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TUNGSTEN OXIDE

CAS 1314-35-8 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An unusual inorganic oxide sometimes used as a pigment or opacifier. Powder form is irritating to skin, eyes and lungs; uncommon in mainstream cosmetics.

Function

ABRASIVEDEODORANT

Skin benefits

  • Inorganic pigment / opacifier — high refractive index
  • Stable mineral oxide
  • Used in some specialty makeup

Known concerns

  • GHS H302 — harmful if swallowed
  • GHS H315 — skin irritation
  • GHS H319 — eye irritation
  • GHS H335 — respiratory irritation (powder inhalation risk)
  • Not a routine cosmetic mineral pigment in the EU

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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