Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cannot be used as a claimed UV filter in the EU (not on Annex VI) or US (not in monograph); may be used for antioxidant and anti-photoaging benefits with careful labeling to avoid UV-filter claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Porphyra 334 safe in cosmetics?
Cannot be used as a claimed UV filter in the EU (not on Annex VI) or US (not in monograph); may be used for antioxidant and anti-photoaging benefits with careful labeling to avoid UV-filter claims. The EU classifies Porphyra 334 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Porphyra 334 allowed in the EU?
Porphyra 334 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Porphyra 334 do in cosmetics?
Porphyra 334 functions as: UV absorber (λmax = 334 nm); antioxidant; anti-photoaging agent; inhibits ROS production and MMP expression after UVA irradiation. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 70579-26-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Porphyra 334?
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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