Cobalt carbonate
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cobalt compound with significant toxicological concerns including carcinogenic and sensitizing potential, prohibited from cosmetic use in the EU.
Cobalt Carbonate is a cobalt salt of carbonic acid. Cobalt and cobalt compounds are classified as Category 2 suspected carcinogens (H351) by inhalation, Category 1 skin sensitizers (H317), and Category 2 reproductive toxicants (H361f) under CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. The EU REACH regulation identifies cobalt compounds as SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) due to their carcinogenic and mutagenic properties. The EU Cosmetics Regulation does not permit cobalt compounds in cosmetic products, as confirmed by their absence from any authorized positive list.
Known concerns
- Category 2 suspected carcinogen (H351)
- Known skin sensitizer (H317)
- Category 2 reproductive toxicant (H361f)
- SVHC under REACH
- Not permitted in cosmetic products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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