talc

CAS
14807-96-6
CosIng ID
38438
Functions
Absorbent, Opacifying, Abrasive, Anticaking, Bulking, Skin Protecting

Regions

MarketStatusLimitRuleSource
European UnionNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with European Commission — Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, Annexes II/III/V.
United StatesNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with FDA — FD&C Act + MoCRA.
South KoreaNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with MFDS — Cosmetics Act ingredient standards.
JapanNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with MHLW — Standards for Cosmetics.
ChinaNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with NMPA — Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics.
United KingdomNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with OPSS — UK Cosmetics Regulation.
CanadaRestrictedHotlist Part II (Restricted) entry, CAS 14807-96-6 — not permitted in products intended solely for use in the genital area, plus broadened inhalation-exposure warnings for loose powder products (May 2024 amendment); "read entire entry to determine all applicable conditions" per Health Canada note. Confirmed via multiple search sources.Source
AustraliaNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with AICIS / TGA.
IndiaNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with CDSCO / BIS — IS 4707.
BrazilNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with ANVISA — RDC resolutions.
MexicoNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with COFEPRIS.
ASEANNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with ASEAN Cosmetic Directive — Annexes.
California (US)No entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with OEHHA Prop 65 · AB-2771 (PFAS).
Washington State (US)No entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (HB 1047).

Retailer standards

RetailerStatusNoteSource
Clean at SephoraNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Sephora clean-seal ingredient criteria.
Conscious Beauty at UltaNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Ulta Beauty made-without list.
Target CleanNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Target Clean icon ingredient criteria.
Amazon listing complianceNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Amazon restricted-products / clean criteria.
Credo Clean StandardRestrictedDirty List Special Cases & Conditional Allowances — allowed only with asbestos-testing documentationSource
Whole Foods Body CareNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Whole Foods Market body-care quality standards.
Whole Foods Premium Body CareNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Whole Foods Market premium body-care standards.
Walmart Sustainable ChemistryNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Walmart sustainable chemistry commitment.
Walmart Made Without ListBannedOn Walmart's Made Without List for Beauty (main list, January 2023), published as "Talc" (CAS 14807-96-6); matched to the INCI name "talc" via the CosIng CAS index. Products carrying the Clean Beauty at Walmart badge are formulated without it.Source
CVS store-brand chemicals policyNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with CVS Health chemicals of concern policy.
Costco vendor complianceNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Costco wholesale vendor requirements.
Douglas clean criteriaNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with Douglas (EU) clean beauty criteria.
The Detox Market banned listNo entry in our compiled ruleset — verify with The Detox Market banned-ingredient list.

2026-07-21 · Compiled from cited primary sources. Informational only — not legal advice.

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