Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate

INCI: BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, HYDROXYPHENYL PROPAMIDOBENZOIC ACID

CAS Number
697235-49-7 (active: Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid)
Function
Skin soothing/calming agent, anti-irritant (inhibits TRPV1 receptor activation)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; permitted for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Ensure correct use levels per supplier TDS. Butylene glycol solvent component is well-tolerated but can enhance absorption of co-formulated actives.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate safe in cosmetics?

Ensure correct use levels per supplier TDS. Butylene glycol solvent component is well-tolerated but can enhance absorption of co-formulated actives. The EU classifies Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate allowed in the EU?

Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate do in cosmetics?

Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate functions as: Skin soothing/calming agent, anti-irritant (inhibits TRPV1 receptor activation). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 697235-49-7 (active: Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glycol/Butylene Glycol Hydroxyphenylpropamidobenzoate?

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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