Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns; biodegradable and well-characterized polymer; ensure compliance with heavy-metal limits in raw material specifications
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium Alginate safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns; biodegradable and well-characterized polymer; ensure compliance with heavy-metal limits in raw material specifications The EU classifies Ammonium Alginate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Ammonium Alginate allowed in the EU?
Ammonium Alginate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ammonium Alginate do in cosmetics?
Ammonium Alginate functions as: Binding agent, emulsion stabilizer, film former, viscosity controlling agent; GRAS thickener and stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-34-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Alginate?
not established 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.
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