Isopropylcarbonate Benzoyl Peroxide
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU cosmetics (Annex II). Strong oxidizer; skin irritant and sensitizer; decomposes to benzoic acid and free radicals; phototoxicity concerns. US: drug classification only, not permitted as cosmetic ingredient.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropylcarbonate Benzoyl Peroxide safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU cosmetics (Annex II). Strong oxidizer; skin irritant and sensitizer; decomposes to benzoic acid and free radicals; phototoxicity concerns. US: drug classification only, not permitted as cosmetic ingredient. The EU classifies Isopropylcarbonate Benzoyl Peroxide as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Isopropylcarbonate Benzoyl Peroxide allowed in the EU?
Isopropylcarbonate Benzoyl Peroxide EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isopropylcarbonate Benzoyl Peroxide?
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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