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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Metabolizes to phenoxyacetic acid with no genotoxicity or sensitization signals at cosmetic-use levels; toxicological profile supported by read-across data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate safe in cosmetics?
Metabolizes to phenoxyacetic acid with no genotoxicity or sensitization signals at cosmetic-use levels; toxicological profile supported by read-across data. The EU classifies Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate allowed in the EU?
Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate do in cosmetics?
Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate functions as: Preservative booster / antimicrobial enhancer; skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 135932-54-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxyethyl Phenoxyacetate?
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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