Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cyanobacterium (blue-green alga) — potential for cyanotoxin contamination (microcystins) if sourcing/cultivation not controlled. Requires supplier COA confirming absence of cyanotoxins. Limited toxicological dossier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Schizothrix Calcicola Extract safe in cosmetics?
Cyanobacterium (blue-green alga) — potential for cyanotoxin contamination (microcystins) if sourcing/cultivation not controlled. Requires supplier COA confirming absence of cyanotoxins. Limited toxicological dossier. The EU classifies Schizothrix Calcicola Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Schizothrix Calcicola Extract allowed in the EU?
Schizothrix Calcicola Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Schizothrix Calcicola Extract do in cosmetics?
Schizothrix Calcicola Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng (no CAS on record).
What is the Margin of Safety for Schizothrix Calcicola 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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