Is Diatomaceous Earth safe in cosmetics?
Diatomaceous Earth has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Diatomaceous Earth
INCI: DIATOMACEOUS EARTH
Diatomaceous Earth (CAS None) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as abrasive, absorbent, anticaking agent, bulking agent, and opacifying agent in. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 100%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
abrasive, absorbent, anticaking agent, bulking agent, and opacifying agent in cosmetic products
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
100%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR Panel concluded safety based on the weight of evidence rather than a quantitative MoS.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Diatomaceous Earth.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
10 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
acne
{"cas_number": "61790-53-2", "anti_acne_mechanism": "sebum_regulation", "comedogenicity_rating_0_to_5": "1", "acne_type_efficacy": "non_inflammatory", "sebum_reduction_pct_clinical": "20-35", "prescription_required_usa": "No", "otc_drug_monograph_category": "No", "max_otc_concentration_pct": "No limit", "japan_quasi_drug_anti_acne": "No", "korea_functional_cosmetic_acne": "No", "eu_cosmetic_restri…
comedogenicity_detail
{"comedogenicity_rating": "0", "irritancy_rating": "1", "skin_type_suitability": "oily,combination,acne-prone", "acne_safe": "yes", "source": "Exfoliant/absorbent"}
cost_pricing
{"cost_tier": "budget", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_low": "5", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_high": "10", "natural_premium_markup_pct": "0", "organic_certified_premium_pct": "0", "supply_chain_volatility": "low", "primary_source_region": "US/China", "bulk_discount_threshold_kg": "1000", "seasonal_price_variation": "low", "commodity_or_specialty": "commodity", "substitute_ingredients": "Pumice Powder, …
deodorant
{"cas_number": "61790-53-2", "ingredient_class": "odor_absorber", "mechanism_of_action": "odor_absorption", "antiperspirant_efficacy_sweat_reduction_pct": "0-5", "deodorant_efficacy_hours": "6-12", "odor_reduction_pct": "35-55", "bacteriostatic": "no", "bactericidal": "no", "microbiome_impact": "neutral", "axillary_microbiome_effect": "minimal", "astringency_level": "low", "sweat_absorption_capaci…
ecotoxicity
{"biodegradable": "no", "biodegradation_days": "non-biodegradable", "bioaccumulative": "no", "aquatic_toxicity_level": "low", "coral_reef_safe": "yes", "marine_toxicity": "very low toxicity", "freshwater_toxicity": "minimal impact", "soil_toxicity": "inert", "endocrine_disruptor": "no", "persistent_organic_pollutant": "no", "microplastic": "no", "nano_particle": "no", "hawaii_banned": "no", "eu_re…
mineral_clay
{"cas_number": "61790-53-2", "ingredient_class": "other", "chemical_formula": "SiO2 (hydrated)", "mineral_origin": "natural", "particle_size_range_um": "5-200", "surface_area_m2_per_g": "1-30", "crystal_structure": "amorphous", "color_appearance": "off-white/gray", "opacity": "opaque", "refractive_index": "1.45", "oil_absorption_g_per_100g": "100-200", "water_absorption_capacity": "100-200%", "sur…
regulatory
{"eu_status": "allowed", "us_status": "allowed"}
sensory
{"silky": "powdery", "smooth, glides easily": "porous, absorbing", "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": "2.30", "transparent": "opaque", "colorless": "white", "excellent": "fair", "light": "light", "synthetic": "mineral"}
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Diatomaceous Earth.
Regulatory Flags
EU Restricted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diatomaceous Earth allowed in the EU?
Diatomaceous Earth EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 100%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diatomaceous Earth do in cosmetics?
Diatomaceous Earth functions as: abrasive, absorbent, anticaking agent, bulking agent, and opacifying agent in cosmetic products. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: None.
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