Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment
INCI: LACTOBACILLUS/PORPHYRIDIUM FERMENT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Significant data gap: no CIR review or SCCS opinion available; heavy metal contamination risk from algal sourcing requires testing for As, Cd, Hg, Pb per ISO 17025 methods; microbiological purity of ferment must be verified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment safe in cosmetics?
Significant data gap: no CIR review or SCCS opinion available; heavy metal contamination risk from algal sourcing requires testing for As, Cd, Hg, Pb per ISO 17025 methods; microbiological purity of ferment must be verified. The EU classifies Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment allowed in the EU?
Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment do in cosmetics?
Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment functions as: Skin conditioning agent derived from fermentation of Lactobacillus and Porphyridium (red microalga); produces sulfated polysaccharides. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lactobacillus/Porphyridium Ferment?
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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