Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin and eye irritant at higher concentrations; not to be confused with parabens (4-hydroxybenzoic acid esters) which have separate regulatory provisions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Skin and eye irritant at higher concentrations; not to be confused with parabens (4-hydroxybenzoic acid esters) which have separate regulatory provisions The EU classifies 3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid allowed in the EU?
3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid do in cosmetics?
3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid functions as: Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 99-06-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid?
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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