Is Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract safe in cosmetics?
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract
INCI: APHANIZOMENON FLOS-AQUAE EXTRACT
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract (CAS Not assigned (cyanobacterial extract)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted; AFA is widely sold as a dietary supplement in the US. No specific FDA cosmetic prohibition.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract allowed in the EU?
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract do in cosmetics?
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (cyanobacterial extract).
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