Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritant), H319 (eye irritant), H335 (respiratory irritant) at neat/raw material levels; not expected to pose risk at typical cosmetic use concentrations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol safe in cosmetics?
GHS H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritant), H319 (eye irritant), H335 (respiratory irritant) at neat/raw material levels; not expected to pose risk at typical cosmetic use concentrations The EU classifies Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol allowed in the EU?
Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol do in cosmetics?
Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol functions as: Skin conditioning agent; fragrance; antioxidant compound. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 623-05-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol?
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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