Calcium/magnesium/zinc 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/Zinc Hydroxyapatite is the inorganic compound synthesized by the neutralization of an aqueous suspension of Calcium Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide and Zinc Hydroxide with Phosphoric Acid.
What does it do?
Calcium/magnesium/zinc Hydroxyapatite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels
EU regulatory status
Calcium/magnesium/zinc 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/zinc Hydroxyapatite?
Calcium/magnesium/zinc Hydroxyapatite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Calcium/Magnesium/Zinc Hydroxyapatite is the inorganic compound synthesized by the neutralization of an aqueous suspension of Calcium Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide and Zinc Hydroxide with Phosphoric Acid.
Is Calcium/magnesium/zinc Hydroxyapatite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Calcium/magnesium/zinc Hydroxyapatite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium/magnesium/zinc Hydroxyapatite do in cosmetic products?
Calcium/magnesium/zinc 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: 04/12/2018