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Expert Verdict
Porphyridium purpureum is the current accepted name for P. cruentum in some taxonomic revisions — verify species equivalency with supplier. Same heavy metal accumulation risks as other red microalgae
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Is Porphyridium Purpureum Extract safe in cosmetics?
Porphyridium purpureum is the current accepted name for P. cruentum in some taxonomic revisions — verify species equivalency with supplier. Same heavy metal accumulation risks as other red microalgae The EU classifies Porphyridium Purpureum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Porphyridium Purpureum Extract allowed in the EU?
Porphyridium Purpureum Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Porphyridium Purpureum Extract do in cosmetics?
Porphyridium Purpureum Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng.
What is the Margin of Safety for Porphyridium Purpureum Extract?
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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