Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Fragrance ingredient with green odor profile used in fragrance preparations; limited cosmetic-specific toxicological data; skin and eye irritation potential at higher concentrations; IFRA/RIFM assessment recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diphenyl Methane safe in cosmetics?
Fragrance ingredient with green odor profile used in fragrance preparations; limited cosmetic-specific toxicological data; skin and eye irritation potential at higher concentrations; IFRA/RIFM assessment recommended. The EU classifies Diphenyl Methane as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Diphenyl Methane allowed in the EU?
Diphenyl Methane EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diphenyl Methane do in cosmetics?
Diphenyl Methane functions as: Fragrance ingredient with green odor profile. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 101-81-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Diphenyl Methane?
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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