Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Oral toxicity (Category 4), skin and eye irritant, respiratory irritant. Use strictly within IFRA concentration limits. Metabolizes to p-cresol, for which safe use levels have not been established.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cresyl Acetate (p-Cresyl Acetate) safe in cosmetics?
Oral toxicity (Category 4), skin and eye irritant, respiratory irritant. Use strictly within IFRA concentration limits. Metabolizes to p-cresol, for which safe use levels have not been established. The EU classifies Cresyl Acetate (p-Cresyl Acetate) as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cresyl Acetate (p-Cresyl Acetate) allowed in the EU?
Cresyl Acetate (p-Cresyl Acetate) EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cresyl Acetate (p-Cresyl Acetate) do in cosmetics?
Cresyl Acetate (p-Cresyl Acetate) functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 140-39-6 (para-isomer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cresyl Acetate (p-Cresyl Acetate)?
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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