Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk from the DEA moiety; potential photosensitivity concerns common to cinnamate-class UV filters. DEA salt of p-methoxycinnamic acid; functions as a UVB absorber; the cinnamate portion provides UV filtering while DEA serves as the counter-ion
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEA-Methoxycinnamate safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk from the DEA moiety; potential photosensitivity concerns common to cinnamate-class UV filters. DEA salt of p-methoxycinnamic acid; functions as a UVB absorber; the cinnamate portion provides UV filtering while DEA serves as the counter-ion The EU classifies DEA-Methoxycinnamate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is DEA-Methoxycinnamate allowed in the EU?
DEA-Methoxycinnamate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DEA-Methoxycinnamate do in cosmetics?
DEA-Methoxycinnamate functions as: UV absorber / UV filter. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56265-46-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for DEA-Methoxycinnamate?
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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