Is Marble Powder safe in cosmetics?
Marble Powder has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Marble Powder
INCI: MARBLE POWDER (ALSO REFERENCED UNDER CALCIUM CARBONATE CI 77220 IN SOME FUNCTIONS)
Marble Powder (CAS 1317-65-3 (calcium carbonate, ground)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive, bulking agent, opacifying; used for physical exfoliation and as a. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Abrasive, bulking agent, opacifying; used for physical exfoliation and as a filler
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - calcium carbonate is approved for cosmetic use; listed in the FDA's approved color additives for cosmetics
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Marble Powder.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marble Powder allowed in the EU?
Marble Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Marble Powder do in cosmetics?
Marble Powder functions as: Abrasive, bulking agent, opacifying; used for physical exfoliation and as a filler. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1317-65-3 (calcium carbonate, ground).
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