Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Benzylhemiformal based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: ESSCA 2019/20; IVDK; FDA
Expert Verdict
Formaldehyde releaser classified Carc. 1B (inhalation); spray/aerosol applications excluded. Mandatory formaldehyde labeling required above threshold. Not permitted in leave-on products in EU. Increasingly restricted by retailers and clean-beauty standards.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benzylhemiformal safe in cosmetics?
Formaldehyde releaser classified Carc. 1B (inhalation); spray/aerosol applications excluded. Mandatory formaldehyde labeling required above threshold. Not permitted in leave-on products in EU. Increasingly restricted by retailers and clean-beauty standards. The EU classifies Benzylhemiformal as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Benzylhemiformal allowed in the EU?
Benzylhemiformal EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.15%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Benzylhemiformal do in cosmetics?
Benzylhemiformal functions as: Preservative (formaldehyde releaser). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 14548-60-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Benzylhemiformal?
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.
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