MEL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR 2020 concluded safe as used. Not listed in EU Reg 1223/2009 Annexes II, III, V, VI — no restrictions apply. FDA permitted and GRAS. Used up to 22% in rinse-off and 7% in leave-on formulations. Anti-mutagenic properties demonstrated. Avoid oral/lip products for infants under 12 months due to botulism ingestion risk; topical use is safe.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MEL safe in cosmetics?
CIR 2020 concluded safe as used. Not listed in EU Reg 1223/2009 Annexes II, III, V, VI — no restrictions apply. FDA permitted and GRAS. Used up to 22% in rinse-off and 7% in leave-on formulations. Anti-mutagenic properties demonstrated. Avoid oral/lip products for infants under 12 months due to botulism ingestion risk; topical use is safe. The EU classifies MEL as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is MEL allowed in the EU?
MEL EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does MEL do in cosmetics?
MEL functions as: UV Filter. It is classified as a UV Filter / Sunscreen in our database. CAS number: 91052-92-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for MEL?
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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