Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Critical data gaps with no CIR review, SCCS opinion, or published toxicological monograph. Schiff-base linkage may hydrolyze under acidic skin pH, releasing free amine and aldehyde fragments. Not approved as a UV filter in any major jurisdiction. Complete toxicological assessment required before use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexylethylideneamino-Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
Critical data gaps with no CIR review, SCCS opinion, or published toxicological monograph. Schiff-base linkage may hydrolyze under acidic skin pH, releasing free amine and aldehyde fragments. Not approved as a UV filter in any major jurisdiction. Complete toxicological assessment required before use. The EU classifies Hexylethylideneamino-Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Hexylethylideneamino-Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Hexylethylideneamino-Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexylethylideneamino-Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Hexylethylideneamino-Benzoate functions as: UV absorber (Schiff-base benzoate structure). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not readily available in public databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexylethylideneamino-Benzoate?
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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