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Expert Verdict
Phenolic antioxidant with reports of allergic contact dermatitis; cross-reactivity with propyl and octyl gallate possible; removed from EU food use under Regulation (EU) 2018/1481 as a risk-management decision rather than direct toxicological ban.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dodecyl Gallate safe in cosmetics?
Phenolic antioxidant with reports of allergic contact dermatitis; cross-reactivity with propyl and octyl gallate possible; removed from EU food use under Regulation (EU) 2018/1481 as a risk-management decision rather than direct toxicological ban. The EU classifies Dodecyl Gallate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dodecyl Gallate allowed in the EU?
Dodecyl Gallate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dodecyl Gallate do in cosmetics?
Dodecyl Gallate functions as: Antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1166-52-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dodecyl Gallate?
adequate 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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