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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
UV absorber and photoinitiator with chemical similarity to PABA class; UV-activated DNA damage pathway confirmed; photomutagenicity assessment required for leave-on products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate safe in cosmetics?
UV absorber and photoinitiator with chemical similarity to PABA class; UV-activated DNA damage pathway confirmed; photomutagenicity assessment required for leave-on products. The EU classifies Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate functions as: UV Absorber / Photoinitiator. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10287-53-3 [^1_11].
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate?
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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