4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR

CAS Number
36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4
Function
Light Stabilizer, Uv Absorber, Uv Filter
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status Restricted
EU Max Conc. VI/18
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status Not specifically regulated

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
NOAEL: 25 mg/kg bw/day | Source: SCCS/1640/21 | Study: oral thyroid endpoint

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Expert Verdict

4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Light Stabilizer, Uv Absorber, Uv Filter It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: VI/18.

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Concern Level: Medium

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-restricted uv-filter needs-enrichment eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR safe in cosmetics?

4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Light Stabilizer, Uv Absorber, Uv Filter It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: VI/18. The EU classifies 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR as "Restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR allowed in the EU?

4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR EU regulatory status: Restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: VI/18. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR do in cosmetics?

4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR functions as: Light Stabilizer, Uv Absorber, Uv Filter. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 36861-47-9 / 38102-62-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR?

NOAEL: 25 mg/kg bw/day | Source: SCCS/1640/21 | Study: oral thyroid endpoint 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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