Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Benzoguanamine

INCI: BENZOGUANAMINE

CAS Number
91-76-9
Function
Film forming agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restriction for cosmetic use; not CIR-reviewed

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Safety Data

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

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Signal Word
WARNING
Pictograms
excl mark;warn
Hazard Statements
Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

Primarily an industrial resin monomer with limited cosmetic use history; ensure polymerization completeness when used as precursor in crosspolymers.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benzoguanamine safe in cosmetics?

Primarily an industrial resin monomer with limited cosmetic use history; ensure polymerization completeness when used as precursor in crosspolymers. The EU classifies Benzoguanamine as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Benzoguanamine allowed in the EU?

Benzoguanamine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Benzoguanamine do in cosmetics?

Benzoguanamine functions as: Film forming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91-76-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Benzoguanamine?

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.

Is Benzoguanamine classified as hazardous under GHS?

Benzoguanamine carries a GHS signal word of "WARNING". Hazard statements: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance โ€” at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.

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