Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan
INCI: POTASSIUM UNDECYLENOYL CARRAGEENAN
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low-MW degraded carrageenan has raised GI inflammation concerns when ingested, but cosmetic-grade high-MW carrageenan and its acyl derivatives are considered safe topically. Confirm supplier provides cosmetic-grade material.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan safe in cosmetics?
Low-MW degraded carrageenan has raised GI inflammation concerns when ingested, but cosmetic-grade high-MW carrageenan and its acyl derivatives are considered safe topically. Confirm supplier provides cosmetic-grade material. The EU classifies Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan allowed in the EU?
Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan do in cosmetics?
Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan functions as: Emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 224580-89-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Undecylenoyl Carrageenan?
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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