CI 77019, glimmer

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• INCI name

  • MICA

• Alternative names

  • Glimmer,

  • Kaliglimmer,

  • Muskovit,

  • CI 77019,

  • mica (CI 77019)

• Origin

  • Mineral (for the most part) ingredient

• Definition

  • Mica-group minerals (CI 77019)

• INCI function

  • Opacifying, UV filter

  • • Colorant (White)
    • Opacifying Agent

• CAS-No.

  • 12001-26-2

• EINECS/EILINCS-No.

  • 310-127-6

• an inorganic, colorless silicate mineral that provides luster and adhesion. (...) silkiness and subtly reflective properties.
• It's available in many grades, some known as “sericite” or matte, that range in textures from matte to shimmery. Approved for use in cosmetics in the U.S., E.U. and Japan.
• Other HIGH concerns: Persistence and bioaccumulation; 
• Other LOW concerns: Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)
• About MICA: Mica is a type of highly brittle silicate minerals with diverse chemical composition; typically used as a colorant.
• Function(s): Colorant; OPACIFYING
• Synoym(s): CI 77019; GOLDEN MICA; MICAGROUP MINERALS; MUSCOVITE MICA; PIGMENT WHITE 20; SERICITE; SERICITE GMS-2C; SERICITE GMS-C; SERICITE MK-A; SERICITE MK-B; SOAPSTONE

• Persistent, bioaccumulative in wildlife and humans	National Library of Medicine HazMap
  Persistent, bioaccumulative in wildlife	National Library of Medicine HazMap
  Not suspected to be bioaccumulative	Environment Canada Domestic Substance List

• Limited evidence of gastrointestinal or liver toxicity
  Classified as not expected to be potentially toxic or harmful	Environment Canada Domestic Substance List
  Classified as a low human health priority	Environment Canada Domestic Substance List

• 3,371 studies in PubMed science library may include information on the toxicity of this chemical see search results ->
• Not suspected to be an environmental toxin