Porphyra 334

INCI: PORPHYRA 334

CAS Number
70579-26-9
Function
UV absorber (λmax = 334 nm); antioxidant; anti-photoaging agent; inhibits ROS production and MMP expression after UVA irradiation
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not listed in the FDA OTC Sunscreen Monograph; not an approved UV filter; may be used as a cosmetic ingredient (non-active).

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Safety Data

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

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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.

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Concern Level: Low

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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