Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
BPA structural analog with potential endocrine disruption risk; GHS07 hazards include skin irritation (H315), eye irritation (H319), and respiratory irritation (H335); not recognized for cosmetic use and lacks CIR or SCCS review.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diphenolic Acid safe in cosmetics?
BPA structural analog with potential endocrine disruption risk; GHS07 hazards include skin irritation (H315), eye irritation (H319), and respiratory irritation (H335); not recognized for cosmetic use and lacks CIR or SCCS review. The EU classifies Diphenolic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Diphenolic Acid allowed in the EU?
Diphenolic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diphenolic Acid do in cosmetics?
Diphenolic Acid functions as: Chemical intermediate; structurally 4,4-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)pentanoic acid (BPA analog). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 126-00-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Diphenolic 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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