Hydrolyzed Sponge Extract

INCI: HYDROLYZED SPONGE EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (CosIng Ref No: 56602 area; silica spicule CAS 14808-60-7 sometimes cited for spicule component)
Function
Skin conditioning (physical exfoliant via silica spicules)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” not prohibited or restricted under 21 CFR; no VCRP-specific restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Physical microinjury risk from silica spicules; inhalation hazard in powder form; ensure particle size specification (100โ€“330 ฮผm typical) and limit leave-on use concentration.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrolyzed Sponge Extract safe in cosmetics?

Physical microinjury risk from silica spicules; inhalation hazard in powder form; ensure particle size specification (100โ€“330 ฮผm typical) and limit leave-on use concentration. The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Sponge Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Hydrolyzed Sponge Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hydrolyzed Sponge Extract do in cosmetics?

Hydrolyzed Sponge Extract functions as: Skin conditioning (physical exfoliant via silica spicules). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (CosIng Ref No: 56602 area; silica spicule CAS 14808-60-7 sometimes cited for spicule component).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Sponge 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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