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Colorant

RHODOCHROSITE

CAS 598-62-9 / 14476-12-1 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A pink manganese-carbonate mineral used as a colour and texture additive. Inert on intact skin; loose powders should not be inhaled.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Mineral pigment / opacifier
  • Pink-to-rose colour
  • Inert at use levels

Known concerns

  • Manganese is neurotoxic at high systemic exposure — limited concern from topical use
  • Inhalation of loose powder should be avoided

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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