Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide
INCI: LINUM USITATISSIMUM SEED POLYSACCHARIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very low risk profile; plant-derived polysaccharide (mucilage). Potential for microbial contamination in water-based formulations - adequate preservation is essential. No documented irritation or sensitization concerns. This is the mucilage fraction extracted from flaxseed - a high-molecular-weight polysaccharide that swells in water to form a viscous gel. Provides a natural alternative to synthetic film formers and thickeners. Excellent for clean/green formulations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide safe in cosmetics?
Very low risk profile; plant-derived polysaccharide (mucilage). Potential for microbial contamination in water-based formulations - adequate preservation is essential. No documented irritation or sensitization concerns. This is the mucilage fraction extracted from flaxseed - a high-molecular-weight polysaccharide that swells in water to form a viscous gel. Provides a natural alternative to synthetic film formers and thickeners. Excellent for clean/green formulations The EU classifies Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide allowed in the EU?
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide do in cosmetics?
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide functions as: Skin Conditioning, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned in major databases; derived from parent material CAS 8001-26-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Linum Usitatissimum Seed Polysaccharide?
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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