Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Fluorinated organic compound - long-term safety data limited in public domain; as a bleaching agent, potential for skin irritation at higher concentrations. Synthetic origin; dual-function (antioxidant + brightening); fluorine substituents on cyclohexane ring likely enhance metabolic stability
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Difluorocyclohexyloxyphenol safe in cosmetics?
Fluorinated organic compound - long-term safety data limited in public domain; as a bleaching agent, potential for skin irritation at higher concentrations. Synthetic origin; dual-function (antioxidant + brightening); fluorine substituents on cyclohexane ring likely enhance metabolic stability The EU classifies Difluorocyclohexyloxyphenol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Difluorocyclohexyloxyphenol allowed in the EU?
Difluorocyclohexyloxyphenol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Difluorocyclohexyloxyphenol do in cosmetics?
Difluorocyclohexyloxyphenol functions as: Antioxidant, Bleaching (skin brightening/lightening). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not listed in CosIng entry.
What is the Margin of Safety for Difluorocyclohexyloxyphenol?
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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