Is Ascorbyl Retinoate safe in cosmetics?
Ascorbyl Retinoate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: restricted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Ascorbyl Retinoate
INCI: ASCORBYL RETINOATE
Ascorbyl Retinoate (CAS 119207-20-4) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antioxidant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Antioxidant
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US 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, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ascorbyl Retinoate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ascorbyl Retinoate.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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