Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Parent agar has GRAS food status. Hydrolysis yields lower-molecular-weight oligosaccharides; ensure molecular weight characterization is documented for CPSR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Agar safe in cosmetics?
Parent agar has GRAS food status. Hydrolysis yields lower-molecular-weight oligosaccharides; ensure molecular weight characterization is documented for CPSR. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Agar as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydrolyzed Agar allowed in the EU?
Hydrolyzed Agar EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrolyzed Agar do in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Agar functions as: Skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (parent Agar: 9002-18-0).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Agar?
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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