Description
ZINC OXIDE is an inorganic oxide; its INN is zinc oxide and its European Pharmacopoeia name is zinci oxidum. The entry is assigned multiple technical functions: antimicrobial, bulking, colorant, oral care, skin protecting, light stabilizer, UV absorber and UV filter.
ZINC OXIDE appears in Annex VI, reference 30. The maximum authorized concentration is expressed as "25%", accompanied by the literal condition: "In case of combined use of zinc oxide and zinc oxide (nano), the sum shall not exceed the limit of 25%". The mandatory labelling warning states: "Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user's lungs by inhalation." The substance also appears in Annex IV, reference 144, and its nano form in Annex VI, reference 30a (ZINC OXIDE (NANO)), which indicates its parallel treatment under different annexes of the Regulation on cosmetic products.
The information presented is for technical reference only and does not constitute a recommendation for use or an efficacy claim.