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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential heavy metal contamination (spirulina bioaccumulates heavy metals from culture medium); require Pb, Cd, Hg, As specifications; microcyanotoxin contamination possible from poorly controlled cultivation; verify source is pharmaceutical/cosmetic-grade Arthrospira platensis, not wild-harvested
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrolyzed Arthrospira Extract safe in cosmetics?
Potential heavy metal contamination (spirulina bioaccumulates heavy metals from culture medium); require Pb, Cd, Hg, As specifications; microcyanotoxin contamination possible from poorly controlled cultivation; verify source is pharmaceutical/cosmetic-grade Arthrospira platensis, not wild-harvested The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Arthrospira Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydrolyzed Arthrospira Extract allowed in the EU?
Hydrolyzed Arthrospira Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrolyzed Arthrospira Extract do in cosmetics?
Hydrolyzed Arthrospira Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for hydrolyzed form.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Arthrospira 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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