Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate

INCI: KOJYL METHYLENEDIOXYCINNAMATE

CAS Number
Not explicitly published in standard databases; chemical description: 4-Oxo-5-hydroxy-4H-pyran-2-ylmethyl 3-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)-2-propenoate
Function
Antioxidant, skin protecting, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed under general cosmetic ingredient provisions; no specific prohibition

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Strong crystallinity can cause formulation instability (crystal precipitation over time). Requires stabilizers such as mannosylerythritol lipid (MEL) for dosage-form stability. A cinnamate ester of kojic acid combining the melanin-inhibiting action of kojic acid with the UV-absorbing properties of methylenedioxycinnamate. Demonstrates anti-aging, whitening, and antioxidant effects. Recommended use level 0.05-0.25% w/w

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate safe in cosmetics?

Strong crystallinity can cause formulation instability (crystal precipitation over time). Requires stabilizers such as mannosylerythritol lipid (MEL) for dosage-form stability. A cinnamate ester of kojic acid combining the melanin-inhibiting action of kojic acid with the UV-absorbing properties of methylenedioxycinnamate. Demonstrates anti-aging, whitening, and antioxidant effects. Recommended use level 0.05-0.25% w/w The EU classifies Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate allowed in the EU?

Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate do in cosmetics?

Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate functions as: Antioxidant, skin protecting, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not explicitly published in standard databases; chemical description: 4-Oxo-5-hydroxy-4H-pyran-2-ylmethyl 3-(1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)-2-propenoate.

What is the Margin of Safety for Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate?

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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