Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Causes serious eye damage and skin irritation; may cause respiratory irritation. Must not be used near eyes at trace concentrations or above; in-use concentration in final cosmetic must be justified in CPSR with margin of safety calculation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Epsilon-Caprolactone safe in cosmetics?
Causes serious eye damage and skin irritation; may cause respiratory irritation. Must not be used near eyes at trace concentrations or above; in-use concentration in final cosmetic must be justified in CPSR with margin of safety calculation. The EU classifies Epsilon-Caprolactone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Epsilon-Caprolactone allowed in the EU?
Epsilon-Caprolactone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Epsilon-Caprolactone do in cosmetics?
Epsilon-Caprolactone functions as: Solvent / monomer used as a precursor/additive in cosmetic formulations. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 502-44-3 [^1_10][^1_11].
What is the Margin of Safety for Epsilon-Caprolactone?
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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