Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, anticaking, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicic acid, aluminum magnesium salt
What does it do?
Magnesium 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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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate 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 Magnesium Aluminum Silicate?
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicic acid, aluminum magnesium salt
Is Magnesium Aluminum Silicate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Magnesium Aluminum Silicate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Magnesium Aluminum Silicate do in cosmetic products?
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, anticaking, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Magnesium Aluminum Silicate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Magnesium Aluminum Silicate is 1327-43-1.
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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