Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Suspected carcinogen (Category 2) with skin, eye, and respiratory irritant properties; polycyclic aromatic structure; not recommended for cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fluorenone safe in cosmetics?
Suspected carcinogen (Category 2) with skin, eye, and respiratory irritant properties; polycyclic aromatic structure; not recommended for cosmetic use The EU classifies Fluorenone as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Fluorenone allowed in the EU?
Fluorenone EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Fluorenone do in cosmetics?
Fluorenone functions as: Not a conventional cosmetic function; may appear as specialty ingredient or impurity. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 486-25-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Fluorenone?
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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