Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
5 study endpoints found for 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOEL | 100 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | rat | dermal | REACH |
| NOEL | 10 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 15 mg/kg bw/day | oral | dog | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 15 other | oral | dog | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 100 other | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Formaldehyde releaser with EU concentration limits (0.1%); restricted in Japan and Sweden; increasing market pressure against formaldehyde releasers; not COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible; must be labeled in EU if >0.05% formaldehyde present
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine safe in cosmetics?
Formaldehyde releaser with EU concentration limits (0.1%); restricted in Japan and Sweden; increasing market pressure against formaldehyde releasers; not COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible; must be labeled in EU if >0.05% formaldehyde present The EU classifies 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 5 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine allowed in the EU?
7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.1%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine do in cosmetics?
7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine functions as: Preservative (antimicrobial; formaldehyde releaser). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7747-35-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine?
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.
What is the NOAEL for 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for 7-Ethylbicyclooxazolidine is 100 mg/kg bw/day based on a dermal study via dermal route in rat. A total of 5 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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