Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR concluded safe as used (2015). Native carrageenan is safe; degraded poligeenan is not used in cosmetics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Carrageenan safe in cosmetics?
CIR concluded safe as used (2015). Native carrageenan is safe; degraded poligeenan is not used in cosmetics. The EU classifies Sodium Carrageenan as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Sodium Carrageenan allowed in the EU?
Sodium Carrageenan EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Carrageenan do in cosmetics?
Sodium Carrageenan functions as: Antistatic, Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9061-82-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Carrageenan?
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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