Ulva Lactuca Extract

INCI: ULVA LACTUCA EXTRACT

CAS Number
97281-59-9
Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hydrating
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Marine-sourced โ€” mandatory heavy metal and iodine testing; potential allergenicity in individuals with seaweed/algae sensitivities; ensure solvent residue specs if non-aqueous extraction

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ulva Lactuca Extract safe in cosmetics?

Marine-sourced โ€” mandatory heavy metal and iodine testing; potential allergenicity in individuals with seaweed/algae sensitivities; ensure solvent residue specs if non-aqueous extraction The EU classifies Ulva Lactuca Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ulva Lactuca Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Ulva Lactuca Extract do in cosmetics?

Ulva Lactuca Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hydrating. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97281-59-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ulva Lactuca 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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