Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Genotoxicity of parent compound; generates ROS and semiquinones upon hydrolysis and auto-oxidation; EU prohibition of parent effectively restricts this ester
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1,2,4-Benzenetriacetate safe in cosmetics?
Genotoxicity of parent compound; generates ROS and semiquinones upon hydrolysis and auto-oxidation; EU prohibition of parent effectively restricts this ester The EU classifies 1,2,4-Benzenetriacetate as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is 1,2,4-Benzenetriacetate allowed in the EU?
1,2,4-Benzenetriacetate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 1,2,4-Benzenetriacetate do in cosmetics?
1,2,4-Benzenetriacetate functions as: Hair dye precursor (triacetyl ester of 1,2,4-Trihydroxybenzene). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 613-03-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for 1,2,4-Benzenetriacetate?
adequate 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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