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Ecklonia Radiata Extract
Ecklonia Radiata Extract
Low concern
Brown seaweed extracts contain phlorotannins and iodine; iodine intake from kelp can be high. Limited but generally favorable safety profile in food/supplement use.
Found in
3 products
What it is
Extract from Ecklonia radiata, a brown seaweed (kelp) found around Australia and South Africa.
Cosmetic conditioning agent; supplement ingredient (phlorotannin source).
Why it's flagged
- high iodine content
What regulators actually say
"Some seaweeds (e.g., kelp) contain very high amounts of iodine and consumption could exceed the tolerable upper intake level."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Edible seaweed
European Union — EFSA
Permitted seaweed; iodine intake monitored
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