CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Antimicrobial, Oral Care, Preservative It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: V/42.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE safe in cosmetics?
CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Antimicrobial, Oral Care, Preservative It is restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. Restriction: V/42. The EU classifies CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE as "Restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE allowed in the EU?
CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE EU regulatory status: Restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: V/42. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE do in cosmetics?
CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE functions as: Antimicrobial, Oral Care, Preservative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56-95-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for CHLORHEXIDINE DIACETATE?
NOAEL: 250 (dermal systemic) mg/kg bw/day | Source: Chlorhexidine: Human health tier II assessment (NICNAS/industrial chemicals authority), 2015 (sum... 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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