Himanthalia Elongata Powder

INCI: HIMANTHALIA ELONGATA POWDER

CAS Number
223751-70-0
Function
Skin conditioning / abrasive (dried, ground alga)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” covered under CIR algae ingredient review (2019); no 21 CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Marine heavy-metal concerns consistent with extract form; particle size distribution should be specified to avoid inhalation risk in powdered products; iodine content monitoring recommended.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Himanthalia Elongata Powder safe in cosmetics?

Marine heavy-metal concerns consistent with extract form; particle size distribution should be specified to avoid inhalation risk in powdered products; iodine content monitoring recommended. The EU classifies Himanthalia Elongata Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Himanthalia Elongata Powder allowed in the EU?

Himanthalia Elongata Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Himanthalia Elongata Powder do in cosmetics?

Himanthalia Elongata Powder functions as: Skin conditioning / abrasive (dried, ground alga). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223751-70-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Himanthalia Elongata Powder?

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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