Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Major environmental/ethical concerns regarding coral reef destruction; potential heavy metal contamination from marine sourcing; limited clinical safety data for dermal application. Rich in calcium carbonate and trace minerals; coral-derived calcium becomes ionic on contact with moisture, potentially enhancing skin barrier function and wound healing pathways
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coral Extract safe in cosmetics?
Major environmental/ethical concerns regarding coral reef destruction; potential heavy metal contamination from marine sourcing; limited clinical safety data for dermal application. Rich in calcium carbonate and trace minerals; coral-derived calcium becomes ionic on contact with moisture, potentially enhancing skin barrier function and wound healing pathways The EU classifies Coral Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Coral Extract allowed in the EU?
Coral Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coral Extract do in cosmetics?
Coral Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS assigned (varies by species; e.g., Nephthea columnaris extract has its own CosIng entry).
What is the Margin of Safety for Coral 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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