Sargassum Serratifolium Extract
INCI: SARGASSUM SERRATIFOLIUM EXTRACT [^1_3]
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Arsenic/heavy metal contamination risk; ensure arsenic removal during manufacturing; Korean patent data supports safety for oral/topical use in whitening applications [^1_4]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sargassum Serratifolium Extract safe in cosmetics?
Arsenic/heavy metal contamination risk; ensure arsenic removal during manufacturing; Korean patent data supports safety for oral/topical use in whitening applications [^1_4] The EU classifies Sargassum Serratifolium Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sargassum Serratifolium Extract allowed in the EU?
Sargassum Serratifolium Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sargassum Serratifolium Extract do in cosmetics?
Sargassum Serratifolium Extract functions as: Antioxidant; skin whitening (tyrosinase/melanin inhibition demonstrated in patent literature) [^1_3][^1_4]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned [^1_3].
What is the Margin of Safety for Sargassum Serratifolium Extract?
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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