Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
High dermal penetration by design; pharmaceutical active derivative; whitening/drug claim risk in US/EU; requires CPSR-specific dermal absorption data
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Tranexamate HCl safe in cosmetics?
High dermal penetration by design; pharmaceutical active derivative; whitening/drug claim risk in US/EU; requires CPSR-specific dermal absorption data The EU classifies Cetyl Tranexamate HCl as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cetyl Tranexamate HCl allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Tranexamate HCl EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Tranexamate HCl do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Tranexamate HCl functions as: Skin whitening/brightening (melanogenesis inhibitor), anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 913541-96-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Tranexamate HCl?
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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