1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate

INCI: 1,4-CYCLOHEXANEDIOL BIS-ETHYLHEXANOATE

CAS Number
Not assigned a widely published single CAS; UNII: B8N9FDD3RE
Function
Bleaching agent that lightens hair or skin shade
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA or CIR

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Bleaching agent with sparse toxicological documentation; ethylhexanoate esters may release 2-ethylhexanoic acid, a known reproductive toxicant at high doses—batch-level impurity control recommended.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate safe in cosmetics?

Bleaching agent with sparse toxicological documentation; ethylhexanoate esters may release 2-ethylhexanoic acid, a known reproductive toxicant at high doses—batch-level impurity control recommended. The EU classifies 1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate allowed in the EU?

1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate do in cosmetics?

1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate functions as: Bleaching agent that lightens hair or skin shade. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned a widely published single CAS; UNII: B8N9FDD3RE.

What is the Margin of Safety for 1,4-Cyclohexanediol Bis-Ethylhexanoate?

not established 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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