Allowed in EU

Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite

A cosmetic ingredient used as oral care in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Calcium/Magnesium Hydroxyapatite

What does it do?

Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Oral care

    used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels

EU regulatory status

Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite?

Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Calcium/Magnesium Hydroxyapatite

Is Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite do in cosmetic products?

Calcium/magnesium Hydroxyapatite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: oral care.

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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: 12/10/2020