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Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmetics

Safety Assessment of Tin(IV) Oxide as Used in Cosmetics

Wilbur Johnson Jr, Wilma F Bergfeld, Donald V Belsito, Ronald A Hill, Curtis D Klaassen, Daniel C Liebler, James G Marks Jr, Ronald C Shank, Thomas J Slaga, Paul W Snyder, F Alan Andersen

Int J Toxicol. Nov-Dec 2014;33(4 Suppl):40S-6S.

PMID: 25568164

Abstract:

Tin(IV) oxide functions as an abrasive, bulking, and opacifying agent in cosmetic products and is used at concentrations up to 0.4% in rinse-off products and up to 1.3% in leave-on products. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel (Panel) noted that tin(IV) oxide is a water-insoluble inorganic metal compound and should not be percutaneously absorbed; therefore, systemic exposure is not likely. Studies of dermal application of tin(IV) oxide were considered to determine toxicity at the site of application. The Panel concluded that tin(IV) oxide is safe in the present practices of use and concentration.

Chemicals Related in the Paper:

Catalog Number	Product Name	Structure	CAS Number	Price
AP18282105	Tin(IV) oxide		18282-10-5	Price

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