Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, deodorant, preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silver Zinc Zeolite (Zeolite, LTA framework type, surface-modified with silver and zinc ions). This entry covers LTA framework type zeolite which has been surface-modified with both silver and zinc ions at contents Ag 0.5%-6%, Zn 5%-16%, and potentially with phosphorus oxides, NH4+, Mg2+ and/or Ca2+ each at levels of <3%.
What does it do?
Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1597), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate?
Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silver Zinc Zeolite (Zeolite, LTA framework type, surface-modified with silver and zinc ions). This entry covers LTA framework type zeolite which has been surface-modified with both silver and zinc ions at contents Ag 0.5%-6%, Zn 5%-16%, and potentially with phosphorus oxides, NH4+, Mg2+ and/or Ca2+ each at levels of <3%.
Is Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate do in cosmetic products?
Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, deodorant, preservative.
What is the CAS number of Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ammonium Silver Zinc Aluminum Silicate is 130328-20-0.
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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: 30/07/2020