Ulva Pertusa Extract

INCI: ULVA PERTUSA EXTRACT (RETIRED INCI NAME)

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin bleaching / brightening
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; note: "bleaching" claims may trigger OTC drug classification under FDA

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

INCI name is RETIRED โ€” verify current accepted nomenclature before using in any regulatory submission; brightening/bleaching function may have regulatory implications in US (OTC drug), Japan, and ASEAN markets; heavy metal testing required

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ulva Pertusa Extract safe in cosmetics?

INCI name is RETIRED โ€” verify current accepted nomenclature before using in any regulatory submission; brightening/bleaching function may have regulatory implications in US (OTC drug), Japan, and ASEAN markets; heavy metal testing required The EU classifies Ulva Pertusa Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ulva Pertusa Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Ulva Pertusa Extract do in cosmetics?

Ulva Pertusa Extract functions as: Skin bleaching / brightening. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ulva Pertusa 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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