Decyl Anthranilate

INCI: DECYL ANTHRANILATE

CAS Number
Not widely assigned in major databases (structurally: decyl ester of 2-aminobenzoic acid)
Function
Fragrance ingredient, potential UV absorber (anthranilate class)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not listed in 21 CFR ยง352 (OTC sunscreens) unlike menthyl anthranilate (meradimate). Permitted in fragrance context only.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Anthranilate esters carry photosensitization risk; anthranilic acid is a known precursor for fragrance allergens. Requires phototoxicity testing (OECD TG 432) and photoallergy assessment before formulation. IFRA restrictions may apply to the anthranilate class.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Decyl Anthranilate safe in cosmetics?

Anthranilate esters carry photosensitization risk; anthranilic acid is a known precursor for fragrance allergens. Requires phototoxicity testing (OECD TG 432) and photoallergy assessment before formulation. IFRA restrictions may apply to the anthranilate class. The EU classifies Decyl Anthranilate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Decyl Anthranilate allowed in the EU?

Decyl Anthranilate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Decyl Anthranilate do in cosmetics?

Decyl Anthranilate functions as: Fragrance ingredient, potential UV absorber (anthranilate class). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely assigned in major databases (structurally: decyl ester of 2-aminobenzoic acid).

What is the Margin of Safety for Decyl Anthranilate?

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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