Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Benzylparaben based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: ESSCA; IVDK; SCCS/1348/10
Expert Verdict
DO NOT FORMULATE. EU Annex II prohibited substance. Endocrine disruption concerns unresolved. Estrogenic activity data incomplete. Any product containing this ingredient is non-compliant for EU market
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benzylparaben safe in cosmetics?
DO NOT FORMULATE. EU Annex II prohibited substance. Endocrine disruption concerns unresolved. Estrogenic activity data incomplete. Any product containing this ingredient is non-compliant for EU market The EU classifies Benzylparaben as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Benzylparaben allowed in the EU?
Benzylparaben EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Benzylparaben do in cosmetics?
Benzylparaben functions as: Preservative (antimicrobial). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94-18-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Benzylparaben?
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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