Is Sodium Alginate Safe to Touch? What You Need to Know
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies food-grade sodium alginate as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for its approved uses, including food and, by extension, external use in many products. While typically benign for skin contact, safety precautions depend on the product's grade and form, particularly when handling the dry powder.
