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Magnesium Carbonate

Used in cosmetic products as absorbent, binding, bulking, colorant and opacifying. Magnesium Carbonate is a basic dehydrated magnesium carbonate or a normal hydrated magnesium carbonate. To identify the colourant meeting the requirements for labelling purposes in the EU, the INCI Name CI 77713 must be used.

Allowed colorant

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex IV/139.

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Magnesium carbonate chemical structure, CMgO3, CAS 546-93-0
Magnesium carbonate
CAS 546-93-0CMgO3
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Magnesium carbonate

IUPAC name: magnesium carbonate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Magnesium Carbonate used for in cosmetics?

Magnesium Carbonate is used in cosmetic products as absorbent, binding, bulking, colorant and opacifying. Magnesium Carbonate is a basic dehydrated magnesium carbonate or a normal hydrated magnesium carbonate. To identify the colourant meeting the requirements for labelling purposes in the EU, the INCI Name CI 77713 must be used.

Is Magnesium Carbonate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Magnesium Carbonate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex IV/139 (allowed colorant). Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Magnesium Carbonate?

Magnesium Carbonate is listed with CAS numbers 546-93-0 and 7757-69-9 and EC number 208-915-9.

Where can I buy Magnesium Carbonate?

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