Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate
INCI: HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE PHTHALATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Polymer-bound phthalate moiety structurally distinct from low-MW phthalate esters but may draw regulatory scrutiny under phthalate-class restrictions; SDS lists Health rating 1 (minor irritation).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate safe in cosmetics?
Polymer-bound phthalate moiety structurally distinct from low-MW phthalate esters but may draw regulatory scrutiny under phthalate-class restrictions; SDS lists Health rating 1 (minor irritation). The EU classifies Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate allowed in the EU?
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate do in cosmetics?
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate functions as: Film forming; enteric coating polymer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9050-31-1 [^1_2].
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Phthalate?
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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