Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide
INCI: MERCAPTOTRIAZOLE CAFFEAMIDE (LISTED IN COSING)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited published toxicological data; the mercapto-triazole core requires evaluation for sensitization potential; caffeic acid derivatives have generally favorable safety profiles but may exhibit phototoxicity at high concentrations.. Hybrid molecule designed to deliver dual antioxidant mechanisms - thiol-mediated radical scavenging from the mercaptotriazole ring and polyphenol-type protection from the caffeamide portion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide safe in cosmetics?
Limited published toxicological data; the mercapto-triazole core requires evaluation for sensitization potential; caffeic acid derivatives have generally favorable safety profiles but may exhibit phototoxicity at high concentrations.. Hybrid molecule designed to deliver dual antioxidant mechanisms - thiol-mediated radical scavenging from the mercaptotriazole ring and polyphenol-type protection from the caffeamide portion. The EU classifies Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide allowed in the EU?
Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide do in cosmetics?
Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide functions as: Antioxidant / skin conditioning - combines the radical-scavenging properties of a caffeic acid amide moiety with a mercaptotriazole heterocyclic nucleus.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely cataloged in major databases - this is a specialty/novel ingredient..
What is the Margin of Safety for Mercaptotriazole Caffeamide?
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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