Chlorella Protothecoides

INCI: CHLORELLA PROTOTHECOIDES

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (whole cultured organism)
Function
Abrasive, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; GRAS status for derived fat (GRN No. 673) supports safety profile

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Whole organism โ€” ensure microbial specifications are met; potential for batch variability in cell wall composition

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chlorella Protothecoides safe in cosmetics?

Whole organism โ€” ensure microbial specifications are met; potential for batch variability in cell wall composition The EU classifies Chlorella Protothecoides as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Chlorella Protothecoides allowed in the EU?

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

What does Chlorella Protothecoides do in cosmetics?

Chlorella Protothecoides functions as: Abrasive, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (whole cultured organism).

What is the Margin of Safety for Chlorella Protothecoides?

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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