Amorphous Magnesium Silicate
Absorbent, anticaking, bulking, opacifying, viscosity controlling
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Absorbent, anticaking, bulking, opacifying, viscosity controlling
Purpose
Function
Absorbent, anticaking, bulking, opacifying, viscosity controlling
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Banned
Safety
POOR
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
NOAEL800000 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Verdict
Closely related to the talc mineral family - potential asbestos contamination in crude mineral sources is the primary concern; must be sourced and tested to ensure asbestos-free status; inhalation of fine powder should be avoided. Mineral origin; high oil- and moisture-absorption capacity; functions as a thickener in emulsions and a flow agent in powder systems
US Note
Allowed - listed in the VCPA (Voluntary Cosmetic Product Ingredient) database; also used in pharmaceuticals and food (GRAS)
Assessment
Ratings
Reference
Identifiers
No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.