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Expert Verdict
Major concern: Hydrolyzes to oxalic acid, which is nephrotoxic and can cause renal calculi; acute toxicity via inhalation/ingestion; classified Acute Tox 4 (H302, H312, H332); serious eye damage (H318); not recommended for cosmetic formulation without robust toxicological justification
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethyl Oxalate safe in cosmetics?
Major concern: Hydrolyzes to oxalic acid, which is nephrotoxic and can cause renal calculi; acute toxicity via inhalation/ingestion; classified Acute Tox 4 (H302, H312, H332); serious eye damage (H318); not recommended for cosmetic formulation without robust toxicological justification The EU classifies Dimethyl Oxalate as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Dimethyl Oxalate allowed in the EU?
Dimethyl Oxalate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethyl Oxalate do in cosmetics?
Dimethyl Oxalate functions as: Solvent / fragrance intermediate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 553-90-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethyl Oxalate?
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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