Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Phenolic compound with potential skin and eye irritant properties; alkylphenols are under increasing regulatory scrutiny for potential endocrine-disrupting activity with limited cosmetic-specific safety data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3-Ethylphenol safe in cosmetics?
Phenolic compound with potential skin and eye irritant properties; alkylphenols are under increasing regulatory scrutiny for potential endocrine-disrupting activity with limited cosmetic-specific safety data. The EU classifies 3-Ethylphenol as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 3-Ethylphenol allowed in the EU?
3-Ethylphenol EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 3-Ethylphenol do in cosmetics?
3-Ethylphenol functions as: Fragrance ingredient / Denaturant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 620-17-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Ethylphenol?
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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