Sodium Silicoaluminate
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, bulking, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Silicic acid, aluminum sodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Silicoaluminate 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
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Silicoaluminate 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 Sodium Silicoaluminate?
Sodium Silicoaluminate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Silicic acid, aluminum sodium salt
Is Sodium Silicoaluminate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Silicoaluminate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Silicoaluminate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Silicoaluminate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, bulking, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Silicoaluminate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Silicoaluminate is 1344-00-9.
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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