Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine
INCI: ETHYLHEXYL BIS-ISOPENTYLBENZOXAZOLYLPHENYL MELAMINE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 1400 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Contains melamine triazine core — assess for free melamine release. Not authorized as EU UV filter (Annex VI) — cannot make sunscreen claims. High MW (764 Da) limits absorption but also limits published human safety data. Supplier dossier essential. If marketed as UV protection, regulatory non-compliance risk in both EU and US
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine safe in cosmetics?
Contains melamine triazine core — assess for free melamine release. Not authorized as EU UV filter (Annex VI) — cannot make sunscreen claims. High MW (764 Da) limits absorption but also limits published human safety data. Supplier dossier essential. If marketed as UV protection, regulatory non-compliance risk in both EU and US The EU classifies Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine allowed in the EU?
Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine do in cosmetics?
Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine functions as: UV absorber (optical brightener / UV light stabilizer); trade name Uvasorb K2A. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 288254-16-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine is 1400 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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