Active: Zinc Oxide
INCI: ZINC OXIDE
CAS 1314-13-2
UV Filter
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
UV Filter
Purpose
Function
UV Filter
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
NOAEL31.25 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Flags
EU Restrictedeu_children_restrictedifra_fragrancefda_food_additiveeu_cosing_listed
Verdict
Nano Zinc Oxide is generally considered safe for use as a mineral broadband UV filter protecting skin against both UVA and UVB radiation.
US Note
CIR Expert Panel (Belsito DV et al.) 2024 Safety Assessment of Zinc Salts as Used in Cosmetics. International Journal of Toxicology. Zinc oxide permitted as OTC drug ingredient.
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