Barium Sulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as colorant, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Barium sulphate
What does it do?
Barium Sulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Barium Sulfate 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 Barium Sulfate?
Barium Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Barium sulphate
Is Barium Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Barium Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Barium Sulfate do in cosmetic products?
Barium Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: colorant, opacifying.
What is the CAS number of Barium Sulfate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Barium Sulfate is 7727-43-7.
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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