Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier

Particle size distribution

The particle size distribution depends on the product and is mentioned on the technical data sheet. The psd is measured according to test method GTM 008 and 90% of the particle size distribution is within the specification.

Color & luster

The color is rated visually by a Munsell 100 Hue test certified laboratory employee as described in test method GTM 002. The color is compared to GEOTECH’s standard using a light cabinet with D65 lights.

Heavy metals

Full destruction with microwave, HF and HNO3 measured with ICP-OES.

Shelf life

Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier mica has a shelf life of 10 years. This shelf life is valid for original packaging, stored closed box and dry conditions.

The table above shows the level of use in cosmetics recommended by GEOTECH.

Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier don’t have a ‘C’ or ‘I’ behind the name to refer to the cosmetic or industrial grade. Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier mica is available in only one grade which is suitable for both cosmetics and industrial purposes such as coatings and plastics. All ingredients used in Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier are listed in the Canadian DSL list.

Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier are in general approved for cosmetics on the European, USA and Asian markets.

All Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier offered by GEOTECH correspond in their purity requirements with the following regulations:

US-regulations

Food and Drug Administration HHS 21 CFR (US code of Fed. Regulations) part 73
Subpart B: Drugs

• Section 73.1496 Mica

Subpart C: Cosmetics

• Section 73.2496 Mica

Japanese regulations

Mica JSCI 500492

EU-regulations

The raw material is in consistence with the Cosmetic Directive 93/35/EEC (6th modification of directive 76/768/EEC), EC 1223/2009 and to the Decision 98/16. The above named material is not regulated under one of the appendices of directive 93/35/EEC (6th modification of directive 76/768/EEC).

Chinese-regulations

National Standard of the People’s Republic of China: GB9685-2008 Ministry of Health of the People’s Republic of China Health Bulletin No.23 of 2011

Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier are non “nano” materials according to regulation EC 1223/2009.

REACH

The European authorities continue to compile a provisional list (Candidate List) of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) which should be documented under the REACH Regulation, if present at a concentration greater than 0.1% in a chemical. To the best of our knowledge, GEOTECH products do not contain any of the substances mentioned on this Candidate List above the threshold concentration.

All products are not classified like CMR substances with according of the attachment 1 to Directive no 67-548-EEC.

None of the products contain any allergens according to EU Directive 76/768/EEC, ANNEX VIII.

All ingredients used during production do not contain derivates that come from bovine, ovine or caprine species, stated in the list of Specified Risks Materials, as laid down in Decision 97/534/EC. All products do not contain genetic modified organism as laid down in Decision 90/220/EC.

Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier is natural mica which can also be used as a transparent alternative of talc. Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier products create buildable coverage without complete coverage.
Natural Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier mica is a so called 'wet-ground' product, produced from high purity flake mica concentrates by a slow, frictional delamination process. This process is designed to effectively delaminate the mica flakes preserving it's platy structure, providing products with optimized aspect ratio, sheen and slip.

Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier is a natural mica, treated with lauroyl lysine that enhances the tactile properties, long wear properties and hydrophobicity of cosmetic powder products. It provides silky feel, good payoff, and adhesion to skin.

Avoid grinding and milling of the mica, the particles might break. Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier products disperse well without grinding. They can be added to the powder system while stirring after milling of the organic/inorganic pigments and before the binder is added.

Country of origin

The country of origin of Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier is The Netherlands.

Custom tariff code

The custom tariff code of Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier is 25252000.

Packaging

Packaged in a plastic bag in a cardboard box. Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier packaging sizes:

Pallet size: 18 x 25 kg on a euro pallet (120 x 80 x 160 cm)

Transport information

Cosmetic Ingredient Opacifier mica is classified as not dangerous goods in terms of transport regulations.