Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Degraded carrageenan (poligeenan, <20 kDa) has raised GI safety concerns for oral use, not relevant to topical cosmetic application of native carrageenan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chondrus Crispus safe in cosmetics?
Degraded carrageenan (poligeenan, <20 kDa) has raised GI safety concerns for oral use, not relevant to topical cosmetic application of native carrageenan. The EU classifies Chondrus Crispus as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Chondrus Crispus allowed in the EU?
Chondrus Crispus EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Chondrus Crispus do in cosmetics?
Chondrus Crispus functions as: Skin Conditioning; Viscosity Controlling; Film Forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9000-07-1 (carrageenan).
What is the Margin of Safety for Chondrus Crispus?
adequate 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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