Spirulina Extract

INCI: SPIRULINA PLATENSIS EXTRACT

CAS Number
223751-80-2
Function
Skin protecting, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; FDA lists Spirulina Extract as a permanently listed color additive exempt from certification for foods/drugs (21 CFR 73.530) โ€” cosmetic colorant use requires separate evaluation

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Heavy metal contamination risk (lead, mercury, arsenic) depends on algal sourcing; potential microcystin contamination from cyanobacteria; verify supplier COA for heavy metals and microbial purity

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spirulina Extract safe in cosmetics?

Heavy metal contamination risk (lead, mercury, arsenic) depends on algal sourcing; potential microcystin contamination from cyanobacteria; verify supplier COA for heavy metals and microbial purity The EU classifies Spirulina Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Spirulina Extract allowed in the EU?

Spirulina Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Spirulina Extract do in cosmetics?

Spirulina Extract functions as: Skin protecting, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223751-80-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Spirulina 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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