Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not expected to be genotoxic (read-across to ethyl benzoate); not phototoxic or photoallergenic
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isobutyl Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
Not expected to be genotoxic (read-across to ethyl benzoate); not phototoxic or photoallergenic The EU classifies Isobutyl Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Isobutyl Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Isobutyl Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isobutyl Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Isobutyl Benzoate functions as: Fragrance; preservative (inhibits microbial growth). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 120-50-3 [^1_1].
What is the Margin of Safety for Isobutyl Benzoate?
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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