Quartz Powder
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Quartz Powder is the powder obtained from the finely ground Quartz
What does it do?
Quartz Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
EU regulatory status
Quartz Powder 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 Quartz Powder?
Quartz Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Quartz Powder is the powder obtained from the finely ground Quartz
Is Quartz Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Quartz Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Quartz Powder do in cosmetic products?
Quartz Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive.
What is the CAS number of Quartz Powder?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Quartz Powder is -.
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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