Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Sulfated exopolysaccharide from Porphyridium with potential residual culture impurities; no formal CIR or SCCS assessment available. Supplier documentation should verify heavy metal content.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Porphyridium Polysaccharide safe in cosmetics?
Sulfated exopolysaccharide from Porphyridium with potential residual culture impurities; no formal CIR or SCCS assessment available. Supplier documentation should verify heavy metal content. The EU classifies Porphyridium Polysaccharide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Porphyridium Polysaccharide allowed in the EU?
Porphyridium Polysaccharide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Porphyridium Polysaccharide do in cosmetics?
Porphyridium Polysaccharide functions as: Antioxidant, humectant, skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (biopolymer fraction, no discrete CAS identified).
What is the Margin of Safety for Porphyridium 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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