Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Long history of safe use in food and cosmetics with seaweed origin; non-carcinogenic and non-mutagenic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Alginate safe in cosmetics?
Long history of safe use in food and cosmetics with seaweed origin; non-carcinogenic and non-mutagenic. The EU classifies Potassium Alginate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Potassium Alginate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Alginate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Alginate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Alginate functions as: Binding, viscosity controlling, emulsion stabilizing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-36-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Alginate?
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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