Is MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY safe in cosmetics?
MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: prohibited.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY
MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY (CAS 12417-86-6) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive, Absorbent, Bulking, Emulsion Stabilising, Opacifying, Viscosity. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Abrasive, Absorbent, Bulking, Emulsion Stabilising, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
prohibited
US Notes
Allowed — not on FDA's prohibited or restricted lists
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Absorbent
Emulsifier
Filler
Opacifer
Stabilizing agent
Thickening agent
Viscosity modifier
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY.
Regulatory Flags
cosing-sourced
eu-permitted
needs-enrichment
Chemical Function
Abrasive
Absorbent
Viscosity modifier
Emulsifier
Opacifer
Filler
Regulatory Lists
Canada
Personal care
Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY allowed in the EU?
MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY do in cosmetics?
MOROCCAN LAVA CLAY functions as: Abrasive, Absorbent, Bulking, Emulsion Stabilising, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 12417-86-6.
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