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e-Glass microfibres of representative composition

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Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

E-glass microfibres are industrial reinforcement fibres, not a cosmetic ingredient. IARC has classified special-purpose glass fibres as possibly carcinogenic to humans.

Skin benefits

  • No cosmetic use case

Known concerns

  • Inhalable glass fibres
  • IARC Group 2B for special-purpose glass fibres
  • Not used in cosmetics
  • Mechanical irritant and possible respiratory carcinogen

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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