Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited published toxicological data specific to the ortho isomer; confirm isomer identity in formulation documents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-O-Cresylethanol safe in cosmetics?
Limited published toxicological data specific to the ortho isomer; confirm isomer identity in formulation documents. The EU classifies 2-O-Cresylethanol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is 2-O-Cresylethanol allowed in the EU?
2-O-Cresylethanol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-O-Cresylethanol do in cosmetics?
2-O-Cresylethanol functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 19819-98-8 (ortho-cresyl isomer) — note: the para isomer (2-P-Cresylethanol) has CAS 699-02-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-O-Cresylethanol?
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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