Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS H318 classification indicates serious eye damage hazard (Eye Dam. 1). Critical safety concern for leave-on products applied near eye area. No occupational exposure limits established; some suppliers label as R&D-only, not cosmetic-grade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid safe in cosmetics?
GHS H318 classification indicates serious eye damage hazard (Eye Dam. 1). Critical safety concern for leave-on products applied near eye area. No occupational exposure limits established; some suppliers label as R&D-only, not cosmetic-grade. The EU classifies Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid allowed in the EU?
Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid do in cosmetics?
Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94050-90-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid?
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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