Is Emerald safe in cosmetics?
Emerald has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Emerald
INCI: EMERALD
Emerald (CAS 1302-52-9 (beryl, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, bulking agent (mineral powder). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
View industrial chemical safety profile for CAS 1302-52-9 (beryl, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈) →
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Function
Skin conditioning, bulking agent (mineral powder)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no CFR restriction on mineral beryl in cosmetics; however, beryllium compounds are monitored by OSHA for inhalation.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Emerald.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Emerald.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Emerald allowed in the EU?
Emerald EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Emerald do in cosmetics?
Emerald functions as: Skin conditioning, bulking agent (mineral powder). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1302-52-9 (beryl, Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈).
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