Phymatolithon Calcareum Extract

INCI: PHYMATOLITHON CALCAREUM EXTRACT

CAS Number
223751-73-3
Function
Skin conditioning agent; mineral-rich source of calcium, magnesium, iron, manganese, boron, copper, and zinc
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR Panel concluded data insufficient for safety determination as part of red algae group (44/60); synonym: Lithothamnion calcareum

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Heavy metal contamination risk (arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury) requires batch-by-batch testing; CIR requested dermal sensitization data; marine harvest impurities must be controlled.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen eu_children_restricted

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phymatolithon Calcareum Extract safe in cosmetics?

Heavy metal contamination risk (arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury) requires batch-by-batch testing; CIR requested dermal sensitization data; marine harvest impurities must be controlled. The EU classifies Phymatolithon Calcareum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Phymatolithon Calcareum Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Phymatolithon Calcareum Extract do in cosmetics?

Phymatolithon Calcareum Extract functions as: Skin conditioning agent; mineral-rich source of calcium, magnesium, iron, manganese, boron, copper, and zinc. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223751-73-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Phymatolithon Calcareum Extract?

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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