Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone
INCI: 1-HYDROXYCYCLOHEXYL PHENYL KETONE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 300 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Industrial photoinitiator not intended for direct skin-contact cosmetics. Presence in a cosmetic product would indicate contamination from UV-cured packaging or coating migration. Known skin/eye irritant. Not approvable in a CPSR. If detected, investigate packaging source.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone safe in cosmetics?
Industrial photoinitiator not intended for direct skin-contact cosmetics. Presence in a cosmetic product would indicate contamination from UV-cured packaging or coating migration. Known skin/eye irritant. Not approvable in a CPSR. If detected, investigate packaging source. The EU classifies Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone allowed in the EU?
Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone do in cosmetics?
Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone functions as: Photoinitiator — initiates UV-curable polymerisation in coatings, inks, adhesives. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 947-19-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Hydroxycyclohexyl Phenyl Ketone is 300 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. Source: REACH.
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