Aluminum Chloride
What is it?
Aluminum Chloride occurs as a pale yellow solid. Aluminum Chloride is used mainly in the formulation of personal cleanliness products.
Safety Information
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reviewed the safety of Aluminum Chloride and has approved the use of this ingredient in Over-the-Counter (OTC) antiperspirant products.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has deferred evaluation of this ingredient because the safety has been assessed by FDA. This deferral of review is according to the provisions of the CIR Procedures.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has deferred evaluation of this ingredient because the safety has been assessed by FDA. This deferral of review is according to the provisions of the CIR Procedures.
Why is it used in cosmetics and personal care products?
Aluminum Chloride is an ingredient that is applied to the skin to reduce the production of perspiration at the site of application, to induce a tightening or tingling sensation of the skin and to reduce or eliminate unpleasant odor and that protect against the formation of such odors on the skin.
Scientific facts:
Aluminum Chloride is an inorganic compound. Aluminum is commonly found in the Earth’s crust.
