Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contamination concerns with heavy metals and microcystins; UV absorber function is for product protection only, not approved as sunscreen active and cannot support SPF claims
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spirulina Platensis Powder safe in cosmetics?
Contamination concerns with heavy metals and microcystins; UV absorber function is for product protection only, not approved as sunscreen active and cannot support SPF claims The EU classifies Spirulina Platensis Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Spirulina Platensis Powder allowed in the EU?
Spirulina Platensis Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Spirulina Platensis Powder do in cosmetics?
Spirulina Platensis Powder functions as: Skin protecting, UV absorber. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223751-80-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Spirulina Platensis Powder?
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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