Ascorbyl Retinoate

INCI: ASCORBYL RETINOATE

CAS Number
119207-20-4
Function
Antioxidant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not explicitly restricted by FDA for cosmetic use; however, retinoic acid is a prescription drug substance in the US

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Ascorbyl retinoate has teratogenic potential; retinoic acid is prohibited in EU cosmetics under Annex II; must not be used during pregnancy and requires careful regulatory review before formulation.

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ascorbyl Retinoate safe in cosmetics?

Ascorbyl retinoate has teratogenic potential; retinoic acid is prohibited in EU cosmetics under Annex II; must not be used during pregnancy and requires careful regulatory review before formulation. The EU classifies Ascorbyl Retinoate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ascorbyl Retinoate allowed in the EU?

Ascorbyl Retinoate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ascorbyl Retinoate do in cosmetics?

Ascorbyl Retinoate functions as: Antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 119207-20-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ascorbyl Retinoate?

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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