Aluminum Silicate
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, absorbent, anticaking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aluminatesilicate (CI 77004); Aluminosilicate
What does it do?
Aluminum Silicate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Silicate is listed in Annex IV of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aluminum Silicate?
Aluminum Silicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aluminatesilicate (CI 77004); Aluminosilicate
Is Aluminum Silicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Silicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Silicate do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Silicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, absorbent, anticaking, bulking, colorant, opacifying.
What is the CAS number of Aluminum Silicate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aluminum Silicate is 1327-36-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 22/02/2011