Is Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre safe in cosmetics?
Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre
Also known as: Carbonic acid calcium salt (1:1), Calofor U 50, Caswell No. 139, CCC No.AA oolitic, EINECS 207-439-9 (+15 more)
INCI: CALCIUM CARBONATE
Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre (CAS 471-34-1) is a cosmetic colorant functioning as Colorant, absorbent, bulking agent, opacifying agent, abrasive, oral care. NOAEL 1000 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max 35%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety and pharmaceutical data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Colorant, absorbent, bulking agent, opacifying agent, abrasive, oral care agent, pH adjuster
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
35%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific restrictions
For full compliance data across multiple jurisdictions, use the Substance Compliance tool.
Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre.
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GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Hazard Statements
No hazard classification according to GHS criteria
Short-term Exposure Effects
May cause mechanical irritation to the respiratory tract and eyes.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Health effects of the substance have been investigated but none have been found
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
EPA ToxValDB — Toxicity Values
2 toxicity values from EPA ToxValDB (aggregated from CCTE, HPV, ToxRefDB, IRIS, and other regulatory dossiers).
| Endpoint | Value | Species | Route | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LD50 | >2000 mg/kg | Rat | dermal | acute | ECHA IUCLID |
| LD50 | =6450 mg/kg | Rat | oral | - | ChemIDplus |
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
1,000,000 - 10,000,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE; GROUP
SVHC Candidate
No
EU CosIng Annex Listing
European Commission CosIng database Annex references per Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Annex IV — Permitted Colorants
Product type: White
Expanded Jurisdictional Detail
Additional regulatory detail beyond the 7-jurisdiction summary: Saudi SFDA, Korea MFDS, ASEAN ACD, Japan/Korea, Brazil/India, and cross-jurisdictional restriction entries.
SA Saudi SFDA (IV - Colorants)
BRIN Brazil/India Cosmetics
India: Permitted Colorant
Additional Jurisdictional Restrictions (1)
| Jurisdiction | Status | Max % | Product Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASEAN | permitted_colorant | - | All products |
Additional Ingredient Properties
7 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
deodorant
{"cas_number": "471-34-1", "ingredient_class": "sweat_absorber", "mechanism_of_action": "pH_modification", "antiperspirant_efficacy_sweat_reduction_pct": "0", "deodorant_efficacy_hours": "6-10", "odor_reduction_pct": "25-45", "bacteriostatic": "no", "bactericidal": "no", "microbiome_impact": "neutral", "axillary_microbiome_effect": "varies by ingredient", "MIC_value_if_antimicrobial": "varies", "a…
ecotoxicity
{"biodegradable": "no", "biodegradation_days": "non-biodegradable", "bioaccumulative": "no", "aquatic_toxicity_level": "low", "coral_reef_safe": "yes", "marine_toxicity": "very low toxicity", "freshwater_toxicity": "can affect pH", "endocrine_disruptor": "no", "persistent_organic_pollutant": "no", "microplastic": "no", "nano_particle": "no", "hawaii_banned": "no", "eu_restricted_environmental": "n…
mineral_clay
{"cas_number": "471-34-1", "ingredient_class": "calcium_compound", "chemical_formula": "CaCO3", "mineral_origin": "natural", "particle_size_range_um": "0.5-50", "surface_area_m2_per_g": "1-10", "crystal_structure": "rhombohedral", "color_index_CI_number": "CI 77220", "color_appearance": "white", "opacity": "opaque", "refractive_index": "1.65", "oil_absorption_g_per_100g": "10-30", "water_absorptio…
oral_care
{"cas_number": "471-34-1", "ingredient_class": "abrasive", "function_primary": "Abrasive", "function_secondary": "pH buffer", "anti_caries_mechanism": "None direct (calcium source)", "fluoride_content_ppm_if_applicable": "0", "remineralization_capacity": "Low (calcium source)", "enamel_hardness_improvement": "None direct", "dentin_tubule_occlusion": "Low", "anti_plaque_mechanism": "Mechanical remo…
sensory
{"silky": "powdery", "smooth, glides easily": "chalky, matte", "dry-touch, non-greasy": "dry, matte", "instant": "fast", "low": "low", "w/o": "o/w", "very-high": "moderate", "no": "no", "yes": "no", "light-diffusing": "matte", "1.40": "2.71", "transparent": "opaque", "colorless": "white", "excellent": "fair", "light": "light", "synthetic": "mineral"}
skin_suitability
{"oily_skin": "acceptable", "dry_skin": "acceptable", "sensitive_skin": "acceptable", "combination_skin": "acceptable", "normal_skin": "acceptable", "acne_prone": "acceptable", "rosacea": "acceptable", "eczema": "acceptable", "hyperpigmentation": "acceptable", "aging_mature": "acceptable", "dehydrated": "acceptable", "skin_benefit_primary": "exfoliating", "skin_benefit_secondary": "pH-adjusting", …
supply_chain
{"primary_producing_countries": "China, USA, India", "secondary_producing_countries": "Germany, Japan, Turkey", "raw_material_origin": "mineral", "agricultural_crop_or_wild_harvested": "mining", "cultivation_climate_required": "global", "harvest_season": "continuous", "annual_global_production_tonnes": "450000000", "market_share_top_producer_pct": "42", "supply_chain_length": "1_intermediary", "le…
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Absorbent
Anti-adhesive/cohesive
Anti-caking agent
Binder
Catalyst
Chelating agent
Cleaning agent
Conductive agent
Crystal growth modifiers (nucleating agents)
Regulatory List Membership (5)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
EU CosIng Cosmetics Ingredient Database
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre.
Regulatory Flags
eu_children_restricted
epa_safer_alternative
fda_food_additive
eu_cosing_listed
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
3
Lowest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
ECHA_REACH_reach_study_results_dossiers_23-05-2023.zip
Known Synonyms
Carbonic acid calcium salt (1:1)
Calofor U 50
Caswell No. 139
CCC No.AA oolitic
EINECS 207-439-9
EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 073502
Eskalon 100
Eskalon 1500
Eskalon 200
Eskalon 400
Eskalon 800
Garolite SA
Hakuenka CC
Kredafil 150 Extra
Marble white
Neolite F
Neolite SP
Neolite TPS
UNII-H0G9379FGK
Oyster shell
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Absorbent
Dye
Viscosity modifier
pH regulating agent
Opacifer
Regulatory Lists
drinking_water; Europe; manufacturing; plastic_additive
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in pharmaceutical data.
SOURCE
ChEMBL / DrugCentral / FAERS
DB_PHARMA CAS match
Pharmaceutical Data
Same-CAS rows from the pharmaceutical spoke database.
Compound
CALCIUM CARBONATE
ChEMBL ID
CHEMBL1200539
Max Phase
4
Adverse Event Associations
16011
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre allowed in the EU?
Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 35%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre do in cosmetics?
Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre functions as: Colorant, absorbent, bulking agent, opacifying agent, abrasive, oral care agent, pH adjuster. It is classified as a Colorant in our database. CAS number: 471-34-1.
Is Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre used outside cosmetics?
Calcium Carbonate — Structured Cosmetic Ingre also appears in industrial chemical safety and pharmaceutical data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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