Is Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract safe in cosmetics?
Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract
INCI: LITHOTHAMNION CALCAREUM EXTRACT
Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract (CAS 223751-73-3) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin protecting - protects the skin from external influences; remineralizing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin protecting - protects the skin from external influences; remineralizing agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed. Not prohibited or restricted; also marketed as a dietary supplement (Aquamin) with GRAS history
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Regulatory List Membership (1)
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
eu_children_restricted
Regulatory Lists
children
Europe
Personal care
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract allowed in the EU?
Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract do in cosmetics?
Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract functions as: Skin protecting - protects the skin from external influences; remineralizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223751-73-3.
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