Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cramer Class I ingredient; not genotoxic (Ames negative via guaiacol read-across); not phototoxic. IFRA category-specific maximum concentrations apply (e.g., 0.13% in lip products, 0.039% in axillae products).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 4-Ethylguaiacol safe in cosmetics?
Cramer Class I ingredient; not genotoxic (Ames negative via guaiacol read-across); not phototoxic. IFRA category-specific maximum concentrations apply (e.g., 0.13% in lip products, 0.039% in axillae products). The EU classifies 4-Ethylguaiacol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is 4-Ethylguaiacol allowed in the EU?
4-Ethylguaiacol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 4-Ethylguaiacol do in cosmetics?
4-Ethylguaiacol functions as: Fragrance (warm, spicy-medicinal, guaiacol character). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2785-89-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for 4-Ethylguaiacol?
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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