Is Methoxycinnamic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Methoxycinnamic Acid has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Methoxycinnamic Acid
INCI: METHOXYCINNAMIC ACID
Methoxycinnamic Acid (CAS 830-09-1 (trans-4-methoxycinnamic acid)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as UV absorber; chemical intermediate for UV-B filter esters such as ethylhexyl. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
UV absorber; chemical intermediate for UV-B filter esters such as ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted for cosmetic use; not an FDA monograph-approved OTC sunscreen active
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Methoxycinnamic Acid.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Methoxycinnamic Acid.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxycinnamic Acid allowed in the EU?
Methoxycinnamic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxycinnamic Acid do in cosmetics?
Methoxycinnamic Acid functions as: UV absorber; chemical intermediate for UV-B filter esters such as ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 830-09-1 (trans-4-methoxycinnamic acid).
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