Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Salicylate moiety requires calculation of free salicylic acid release potential for products targeting children under 3; not to be used in such products per EU Annex III restriction on salicylic acid.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate safe in cosmetics?
Salicylate moiety requires calculation of free salicylic acid release potential for products targeting children under 3; not to be used in such products per EU Annex III restriction on salicylic acid. The EU classifies C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate allowed in the EU?
C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate do in cosmetics?
C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate functions as: Skin Conditioning Agent, Denaturant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97435-14-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate?
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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