‘Asbestos-Free’ A Relative Term? SAI Testing Expert On Cosmetic Talc Challenges
• By Lauren Nardella
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Transmission electron microscopy is likely the safest bet, among other imaging technologies, for companies looking to verify their cosmetic talc as asbestos-free. However, there’s no regulatory-mandated method for cosmetics purposes, which may explain conflicting results being reported by different labs.
Cosmetics companies committed to using asbestos-free talc – and avoiding associated PR nightmares and potential litigation – can refer to a number of testing standards in various stages of development, but none is specifically designed or required for cosmetics purposes.
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