Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Confirmed skin sensitizer with salicylate class reproductive toxicity concerns at high systemic doses; severe eye irritation observed; IFRA concentration limits apply per product category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Salicylate safe in cosmetics?
Confirmed skin sensitizer with salicylate class reproductive toxicity concerns at high systemic doses; severe eye irritation observed; IFRA concentration limits apply per product category. The EU classifies Ethyl Salicylate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ethyl Salicylate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Salicylate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Salicylate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Salicylate functions as: Fragrance ingredient; denaturant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 118-61-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Salicylate?
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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