Is Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract safe in cosmetics?
Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract
INCI: SPHACELARIA SCOPARIA EXTRACT
Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract (CAS Not formally assigned (listed as "0" in some databases)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antimicrobial; also marketed as a refirming/slimming agent (inhibits new. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not formally assigned (listed as "0" in some databases)
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Function
Antimicrobial; also marketed as a refirming/slimming agent (inhibits new adipocyte formation, stimulates collagen I \& IV synthesis)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted; permitted under general cosmetic ingredient provisions; no GRAS designation or monograph
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract allowed in the EU?
Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract do in cosmetics?
Sphacelaria Scoparia Extract functions as: Antimicrobial; also marketed as a refirming/slimming agent (inhibits new adipocyte formation, stimulates collagen I \& IV synthesis). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not formally assigned (listed as "0" in some databases).
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