Bismuth Subgallate
INCI: BISMUTH SUBGALLATE
CAS 99-26-3 EC 202-742-2
Bismuth, Dihydroxy(3,4,5,-Trihydroxybenzoato-O')-
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Bismuth, Dihydroxy(3,4,5,-Trihydroxybenzoato-O')-
Purpose
Function
Skin protectant, astringent, cosmetic colorant (white pigment)
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Flags
colorant
Verdict
Heavy metal content (bismuth) requires verification of purity specifications for lead, arsenic, and mercury as trace contaminants; not PBT/vPvB.
US Note
Not specifically reviewed by CIR as a standalone monograph. FDA permits bismuth compounds in OTC drug products; cosmetic use follows general safety provisions.
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