Hydrolyzed Algin

INCI: HYDROLYZED ALGIN

CAS Number
Not assigned in CosIng (parent Algin/Sodium Alginate: 9005-38-3)
Function
Hair conditioning, skin conditioning, film-forming
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” parent algin has GRAS food status (21 CFR 184.1724)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Marine-sourced ingredient with potential heavy metal provenance concerns similar to algae extract. Low-molecular-weight fragments from hydrolysis enhance skin penetration for moisturizing effects but remain within safe parameters. Minimal overall safety concerns.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrolyzed Algin safe in cosmetics?

Marine-sourced ingredient with potential heavy metal provenance concerns similar to algae extract. Low-molecular-weight fragments from hydrolysis enhance skin penetration for moisturizing effects but remain within safe parameters. Minimal overall safety concerns. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Algin as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Hydrolyzed Algin allowed in the EU?

Hydrolyzed Algin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrolyzed Algin do in cosmetics?

Hydrolyzed Algin functions as: Hair conditioning, skin conditioning, film-forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng (parent Algin/Sodium Alginate: 9005-38-3).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Algin?

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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