Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Dihydrocaffeic acid shows promising antioxidant and photoprotective activity but lacks sufficient safety data, CosIng INCI designation, CIR evaluation, and SCCS opinion for compliant use as a cosmetic isolate; more viable as a component of botanical extracts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydrocaffeic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Dihydrocaffeic acid shows promising antioxidant and photoprotective activity but lacks sufficient safety data, CosIng INCI designation, CIR evaluation, and SCCS opinion for compliant use as a cosmetic isolate; more viable as a component of botanical extracts. The EU classifies Dihydrocaffeic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dihydrocaffeic Acid allowed in the EU?
Dihydrocaffeic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydrocaffeic Acid do in cosmetics?
Dihydrocaffeic Acid functions as: Antioxidant, Photoprotective, Anti-Inflammatory. It is classified as a Antioxidant in our database. CAS number: 1078-61-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydrocaffeic Acid?
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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