Eucheuma Serra Extract

INCI: EUCHEUMA SERRA EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned in CosIng
Function
Skin conditioning, emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific CFR restriction; CIR reviewed red algae-derived ingredients and found some safe at current use levels

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Heavy metal contamination risk (arsenic, lead, cadmium) from marine sourcing requires batch testing; iodine content should be specified for sensitive populations.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eucheuma Serra Extract safe in cosmetics?

Heavy metal contamination risk (arsenic, lead, cadmium) from marine sourcing requires batch testing; iodine content should be specified for sensitive populations. The EU classifies Eucheuma Serra Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Eucheuma Serra Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Eucheuma Serra Extract do in cosmetics?

Eucheuma Serra Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng.

What is the Margin of Safety for Eucheuma Serra 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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