Allowed in EU

Tanakura Clay

A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, binding, bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Tanakura Clay is a native clay obtained from the Tanakura region in Japan

What does it do?

Tanakura Clay is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

EU regulatory status

Tanakura Clay 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 Tanakura Clay?

Tanakura Clay is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tanakura Clay is a native clay obtained from the Tanakura region in Japan

Is Tanakura Clay allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Tanakura Clay is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Tanakura Clay do in cosmetic products?

Tanakura Clay is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, binding, bulking.

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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