Chemical Substance - Diatomaceous earth (uncalcined)

NHPID name:
Diatomaceous earth (uncalcined)

Reference:
V68_SILICA

Proper name(s):
Diatomaceous earth (uncalcined)

Common name(s):
Diatomaceous earth (uncalcined)

Category:
Approved Chemical Name
Schedule 1:
Mineral

Sub-ingredient(s):
Silicon dioxide

CAS registry number:
61790-53-2




Roles

Medicinal

Rationale:

Classified as an NHP under Schedule 1, item 7 (a mineral) of the Natural Health Products Regulations.

Reference:  NNHPD

Non-medicinal

Purposes:
Absorbent
Restrictions:

General

Reference:
UNAVA