Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU; restricted in US to ≤0.5% concentration due to toxic effects at higher doses; PCMC restricted in EU and Japan; insufficient data for p-Cresol and mixed cresols.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropyl Cresols safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU; restricted in US to ≤0.5% concentration due to toxic effects at higher doses; PCMC restricted in EU and Japan; insufficient data for p-Cresol and mixed cresols. The EU classifies Isopropyl Cresols as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Isopropyl Cresols allowed in the EU?
Isopropyl Cresols EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isopropyl Cresols do in cosmetics?
Isopropyl Cresols functions as: Antimicrobial / preservative / deodorant agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Mixture of isomers; 4-Isopropyl-m-cresol = 3228-02-2 (also known as O-Cymen-5-ol).
What is the Margin of Safety for Isopropyl Cresols?
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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