Banned nickel compound (CMR)
Bunsenite
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Bunsenite is the mineral form of nickel(II) oxide. It is banned from cosmetic products because nickel compounds are carcinogenic by inhalation and one of the most common causes of skin allergy.
Skin benefits
- Industrial pigment and catalyst use
- No legitimate cosmetic benefit
Known concerns
- Nickel(II) oxide is a Category 1A human carcinogen by inhalation
- Strong skin sensitizer, nickel is a leading cause of contact dermatitis
- Banned from cosmetics in the EU under Annex II
- Soluble nickel compounds are tightly restricted globally
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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