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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
⚠ Novel/niche ingredient from bioluminescent marine dinoflagellate. Very limited toxicological data. Anti-aging patent applications exist (FR2928268). Supplier safety data should be demanded before formulation. [^1_7]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pyrocystis Noctiluca Extract safe in cosmetics?
⚠ Novel/niche ingredient from bioluminescent marine dinoflagellate. Very limited toxicological data. Anti-aging patent applications exist (FR2928268). Supplier safety data should be demanded before formulation. [^1_7] The EU classifies Pyrocystis Noctiluca Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Pyrocystis Noctiluca Extract allowed in the EU?
Pyrocystis Noctiluca Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pyrocystis Noctiluca Extract do in cosmetics?
Pyrocystis Noctiluca Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning [^1_6][^1_7]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (biological extract) [^1_6].
What is the Margin of Safety for Pyrocystis Noctiluca 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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