Is Ethyl Anisate safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl Anisate has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Ethyl Anisate
INCI: ETHYL ANISATE
Ethyl Anisate (CAS 94-30-4 [^1_5]) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance ingredient (FEMA 2420). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Fragrance ingredient (FEMA 2420)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — FEMA GRAS (2420); not restricted under 21 CFR for cosmetic use
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ethyl Anisate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ethyl Anisate.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Anisate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Anisate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Anisate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Anisate functions as: Fragrance ingredient (FEMA 2420). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94-30-4 [^1_5].
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