Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CMR substance (Repr. 1B). Ester prodrug of 2-ethoxyethanol with all reproductive toxicity concerns. EU-prohibited; any CPSR containing this will fail regulatory review.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethoxyethanol Acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate) safe in cosmetics?
CMR substance (Repr. 1B). Ester prodrug of 2-ethoxyethanol with all reproductive toxicity concerns. EU-prohibited; any CPSR containing this will fail regulatory review. The EU classifies Ethoxyethanol Acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate) as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Ethoxyethanol Acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate) allowed in the EU?
Ethoxyethanol Acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate) EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethoxyethanol Acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate) do in cosmetics?
Ethoxyethanol Acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate) functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-15-9 [^1_7].
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethoxyethanol Acetate (2-Ethoxyethyl Acetate)?
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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