Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Salicylate class ingredient permitted in both EU and US; monitor for cross-reactivity in salicylate-sensitive individuals and confirm no regulatory confusion with hexyl salicylate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyldodecyl Salicylate safe in cosmetics?
Salicylate class ingredient permitted in both EU and US; monitor for cross-reactivity in salicylate-sensitive individuals and confirm no regulatory confusion with hexyl salicylate. The EU classifies Hexyldodecyl Salicylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hexyldodecyl Salicylate allowed in the EU?
Hexyldodecyl Salicylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyldodecyl Salicylate do in cosmetics?
Hexyldodecyl Salicylate functions as: Skin conditioning, hair conditioning, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed from available sources (PubChem CID: 71587650).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyldodecyl Salicylate?
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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