Abrasive
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE DIHYDRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An inert calcium-phosphate mineral used as a mild polish in toothpaste and as a bulking agent in cosmetics. No GHS hazards, used in food and pharma; very safe at typical levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild abrasive in toothpastes
- Provides opacity and texture
- Inert mineral with long safety record
- Bulking agent in cosmetics
Known concerns
- Minor abrasivity in oral-care if particle size is coarse
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
Related abrasives
Same plant / compound family
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