Is Graphite Oxide safe in cosmetics?
Graphite Oxide has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: restricted.
Poor
Cosmetic Ingredient
Graphite Oxide
INCI: GRAPHITE OXIDE
Graphite Oxide (CAS Not specifically assigned for cosmetic use (bulk precursor to graphene oxide)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antioxidant; Conductive agent; Humectant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned for cosmetic use (bulk precursor to graphene oxide)
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Function
Antioxidant; Conductive agent; Humectant
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
No specific cosmetic regulation; general FDCA safety requirements apply. Not established for cosmetic use without full safety assessment.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Graphite Oxide.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Graphite Oxide.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Graphite Oxide allowed in the EU?
Graphite Oxide EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Graphite Oxide do in cosmetics?
Graphite Oxide functions as: Antioxidant; Conductive agent; Humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for cosmetic use (bulk precursor to graphene oxide).
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