Ceria/silica
A cosmetic ingredient used as uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Carbonic acid, cerium (3+) salt, calcination products with silica
What does it do?
Ceria/silica is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Ceria/silica 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 Ceria/silica?
Ceria/silica is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Carbonic acid, cerium (3+) salt, calcination products with silica
Is Ceria/silica allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ceria/silica is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ceria/silica do in cosmetic products?
Ceria/silica is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber.
What is the CAS number of Ceria/silica?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ceria/silica is 243133-71-3.
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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: 15/10/2010