Slimes and sludges, copper electrolyte refining, decopperised
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
This substance is an industrial byproduct from copper electrolyte refining, consisting of complex sludges containing traces of various metals including copper and other refining process residues. Industrial byproducts of variable composition are prohibited in cosmetic products under EU Regulation 1223/2009 due to the inability to establish safe exposure levels and the potential for contamination with heavy metals and other hazardous substances.
Known concerns
- Uncontrolled variable composition
- Potential heavy metal contamination
- Industrial waste - prohibited in cosmetics
- No established cosmetic safety profile
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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