Is ZEA MAYS COB MEAL safe in cosmetics?
ZEA MAYS COB MEAL has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
ZEA MAYS COB MEAL
ZEA MAYS COB MEAL (CAS 68525-86-0 / 66071-96-3) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Abrasive, Binding, Bulking. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Abrasive, Binding, Bulking
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
Not specifically regulated
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for ZEA MAYS COB MEAL.
Regulatory Flags
cosing-sourced
eu-permitted
needs-enrichment
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ZEA MAYS COB MEAL allowed in the EU?
ZEA MAYS COB MEAL EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does ZEA MAYS COB MEAL do in cosmetics?
ZEA MAYS COB MEAL functions as: Abrasive, Binding, Bulking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68525-86-0 / 66071-96-3.
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Chemical family
Abrasive, Binding
ZEA MAYS SEED FLOUR
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Chemical family
Abrasive, Absorbent, Binding, Bulking
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