Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU due to reproductive toxicity; restricted in US cosmetics despite lack of specific CFR limitation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Pyrrolidone (1-Ethyl-2-Pyrrolidone / NEP) safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU due to reproductive toxicity; restricted in US cosmetics despite lack of specific CFR limitation. The EU classifies Ethyl Pyrrolidone (1-Ethyl-2-Pyrrolidone / NEP) as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Ethyl Pyrrolidone (1-Ethyl-2-Pyrrolidone / NEP) allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Pyrrolidone (1-Ethyl-2-Pyrrolidone / NEP) EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Pyrrolidone (1-Ethyl-2-Pyrrolidone / NEP) do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Pyrrolidone (1-Ethyl-2-Pyrrolidone / NEP) functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2687-91-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Pyrrolidone (1-Ethyl-2-Pyrrolidone / NEP)?
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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