Bromoethyl PCA

INCI: BROMOETHYL PCA

CAS Number
Not widely published (derivative of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid)
Function
Preservative / Antimicrobial (brominated PCA ester)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not established as permitted preservative; regulatory status unclear

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Bromoethyl PCA is not listed in EU Annex V and cannot be used as a preservative in cosmetics under EU regulations. Brominated organic compounds raise bioaccumulation and environmental concerns. Full toxicological dossier required; CIR review of PCA salts does not cover brominated derivatives.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

preservative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bromoethyl PCA safe in cosmetics?

Bromoethyl PCA is not listed in EU Annex V and cannot be used as a preservative in cosmetics under EU regulations. Brominated organic compounds raise bioaccumulation and environmental concerns. Full toxicological dossier required; CIR review of PCA salts does not cover brominated derivatives. The EU classifies Bromoethyl PCA as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Bromoethyl PCA allowed in the EU?

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

What does Bromoethyl PCA do in cosmetics?

Bromoethyl PCA functions as: Preservative / Antimicrobial (brominated PCA ester). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (derivative of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid).

What is the Margin of Safety for Bromoethyl PCA?

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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