Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hexetidine is a permitted antimicrobial preservative approved for use in oral care products in both the EU and US with established adequate margin of safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexetidine safe in cosmetics?
Hexetidine is a permitted antimicrobial preservative approved for use in oral care products in both the EU and US with established adequate margin of safety. The EU classifies Hexetidine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hexetidine allowed in the EU?
Hexetidine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexetidine do in cosmetics?
Hexetidine functions as: Antimicrobial, oral care, preservative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | Hexenyloxy-propanenitrile.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexetidine?
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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