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Colorant

CI 77891

CAS 13463-67-7 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

The white mineral pigment behind sunscreens, foundations, and toothpastes. Safe on skin, but loose powder forms shouldn't be inhaled and EU now bans oral use.

Function

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Skin benefits

  • Opaque white pigment for color cosmetics
  • Mineral UV filter at higher loads
  • Inert, non-irritating on intact skin

Known concerns

  • Inhalation classified IARC 2B for powdered/loose forms
  • EU banned in oral cosmetics (E171) since 2022
  • Nano-form requires specific labelling

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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