Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Phenolic compound — monitor for pro-oxidant behavior at high concentrations; if used for UV absorption, cannot be claimed as UV filter in EU unless added to Annex VI; purity specification >95% GC critical
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyloxy Trimethylphenol safe in cosmetics?
Phenolic compound — monitor for pro-oxidant behavior at high concentrations; if used for UV absorption, cannot be claimed as UV filter in EU unless added to Annex VI; purity specification >95% GC critical The EU classifies Hexyloxy Trimethylphenol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hexyloxy Trimethylphenol allowed in the EU?
Hexyloxy Trimethylphenol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyloxy Trimethylphenol do in cosmetics?
Hexyloxy Trimethylphenol functions as: Antioxidant, UV absorber. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 148081-72-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyloxy Trimethylphenol?
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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