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Cosmetic Specialties MICA-4 Sericite Mica

Cosmetic Specialties MICA-4 Sericite Mica resembles the mineral talc and is the usual choice as a talc replacement in talc-free formulations. It is usually used in combination with talc in eye shadows, blushes, and foundations.

INCI Name: Mica

Functions: Bulking Agent, Opacifier

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Talc-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Mattifying Effect

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Color Cosmetic Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Greyish White Powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density2.6 - 2.7g/cm³-
Hardness2 - 3--
Oil Absorption37 - 45g/100g-
pH Value6 - 8--
Volatile (105°C)max. 0.8%-
Whitenessmin. 77°-
Chemical Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Al₂O₃min. 25%-
Arsenicmax. 0.0005%-
Fe₂O₃2 - 3%-
K₂Omin. 8%-
Leadmax. 0.001%-
Mercurymax. 0.0001%-
MgO1.5 - 1.6%-
SiO₂max. 54%-

Technical Details & Test Data

Particle Size Distribution
Particle Size Remark
D50 ≤ 6 µm Centrifugal Sedimentation
D50 ≤ 12 µm Laser Diffiaction

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packing Method
  • Packing: Paper Bag
  • N.W: 25kgs