Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Algin. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 7500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 5000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 2000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | guinea pig | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 2500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | cat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 11250 mg/kg bw/day | oral | dog | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 37500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Carcinogenicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 7500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 5000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 2000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | guinea pig | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 2500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | cat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
INCI name for Sodium Alginate. Marine-derived biopolymer with ionotropic gelation via calcium crosslinking. Key ingredient for cold-processable emulsions, silky serums, and jelly mask textures as a synthetic polymer replacement. Fully biodegradable and exempt from EU REACH SPM restriction. COSMOS-eligible.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Algin safe in cosmetics?
INCI name for Sodium Alginate. Marine-derived biopolymer with ionotropic gelation via calcium crosslinking. Key ingredient for cold-processable emulsions, silky serums, and jelly mask textures as a synthetic polymer replacement. Fully biodegradable and exempt from EU REACH SPM restriction. COSMOS-eligible. The EU classifies Algin as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Algin allowed in the EU?
Algin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Algin do in cosmetics?
Algin functions as: gelling agent, thickener, film-forming agent, emulsion stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-38-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Algin?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
What is the NOAEL for Algin?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Algin is 7500 mg/kg bw/day based on a Chronic study via oral route in mouse. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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