Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder

INCI: APHANIZOMENON FLOS-AQUAE POWDER

CAS Number
No CAS assigned
Function
Skin conditioning, emollient, surfactant/cleansing, foam boosting
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; no FDA monograph or CIR final report exists; manufacturer responsibility under FD&C Act

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Cyanobacteria can produce microcystins and other cyanotoxins; raw-material specifications must include microcystin limits (<1 µg/g per WHO guidance); sourcing and testing are critical.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder safe in cosmetics?

Cyanobacteria can produce microcystins and other cyanotoxins; raw-material specifications must include microcystin limits (<1 µg/g per WHO guidance); sourcing and testing are critical. The EU classifies Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder allowed in the EU?

Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder do in cosmetics?

Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, surfactant/cleansing, foam boosting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No CAS assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder?

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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