Is Isopropyl PCA safe in cosmetics?
Isopropyl PCA has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Isopropyl PCA
INCI: ISOPROPYL PCA
Isopropyl PCA (CAS 68883-70-7) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Humectant; skin conditioning; moisturizer. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Humectant; skin conditioning; moisturizer
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed; no specific restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Isopropyl PCA.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Isopropyl PCA.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
natural-origin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropyl PCA allowed in the EU?
Isopropyl PCA EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isopropyl PCA do in cosmetics?
Isopropyl PCA functions as: Humectant; skin conditioning; moisturizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68883-70-7.
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