Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol

INCI: DIMETHOXYTOLYL PROPYLRESORCINOL

CAS Number
| 4. Dimethoxybenzyl Alcohol
Function
Skin whitening / depigmenting agent, antioxidant, skin protectant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific CFR restriction; distinct from hydroquinone

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Dimethoxytolyl propylresorcinol is a skin-whitening and antioxidant agent permitted in both EU and US markets with moderate safety profile and low absorption potential.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol safe in cosmetics?

Dimethoxytolyl propylresorcinol is a skin-whitening and antioxidant agent permitted in both EU and US markets with moderate safety profile and low absorption potential. The EU classifies Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol allowed in the EU?

Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol do in cosmetics?

Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol functions as: Skin whitening / depigmenting agent, antioxidant, skin protectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | 4. Dimethoxybenzyl Alcohol.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol?

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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