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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Induces protoporphyrin IX production causing severe phototoxicity upon light exposure; designed for cellular apoptosis in tumor tissue under specific wavelengths; contraindicated for leave-on cosmetic formulations; incidental light exposure post-application could cause burns, erythema, or photodamage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyl Aminolevulinate HCl safe in cosmetics?
Induces protoporphyrin IX production causing severe phototoxicity upon light exposure; designed for cellular apoptosis in tumor tissue under specific wavelengths; contraindicated for leave-on cosmetic formulations; incidental light exposure post-application could cause burns, erythema, or photodamage. The EU classifies Hexyl Aminolevulinate HCl as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Hexyl Aminolevulinate HCl allowed in the EU?
Hexyl Aminolevulinate HCl EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyl Aminolevulinate HCl do in cosmetics?
Hexyl Aminolevulinate HCl functions as: Photosensitizer precursor; pharmaceutical active ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 140898-91-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyl Aminolevulinate HCl?
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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