Chlorella Minutissima Extract

INCI: CHLORELLA MINUTISSIMA EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; included in CIR algae review scope but no final determination

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Very limited published safety data; China safe-use value: 4.95% leave-on (whole body), 9.9% eye area; no EU/US maximum concentration established

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chlorella Minutissima Extract safe in cosmetics?

Very limited published safety data; China safe-use value: 4.95% leave-on (whole body), 9.9% eye area; no EU/US maximum concentration established The EU classifies Chlorella Minutissima Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Chlorella Minutissima Extract allowed in the EU?

Chlorella Minutissima Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Chlorella Minutissima Extract do in cosmetics?

Chlorella Minutissima Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Chlorella Minutissima Extract?

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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