Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR reviewed as part of glyceryl monoester class and found safe; alginic acid component is GRAS for food use; limited standalone safety data due to low frequency of cosmetic use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Alginate safe in cosmetics?
CIR reviewed as part of glyceryl monoester class and found safe; alginic acid component is GRAS for food use; limited standalone safety data due to low frequency of cosmetic use. The EU classifies Glyceryl Alginate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glyceryl Alginate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Alginate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Alginate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Alginate functions as: Skin conditioning; viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 37279-64-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Alginate?
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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