Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cinoxate undergoes photodegradation under UV exposure forming unknown degradation products, provides minimal SPF benefit (~1-2 units at max concentration), and has not been approved in the EU, Japan, or Australia despite grandfathered FDA approval from 1978 without modern safety review.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cinoxate safe in cosmetics?
Cinoxate undergoes photodegradation under UV exposure forming unknown degradation products, provides minimal SPF benefit (~1-2 units at max concentration), and has not been approved in the EU, Japan, or Australia despite grandfathered FDA approval from 1978 without modern safety review. The EU classifies Cinoxate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cinoxate allowed in the EU?
Cinoxate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cinoxate do in cosmetics?
Cinoxate functions as: UV Filter (UVB absorber, peak at 289 nm). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 104-28-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cinoxate?
adequate 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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