Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Rosin/colophony family known allergen; individuals with rosin allergy should avoid; cross-reactivity with other abietic acid derivatives expected; HRIPT testing recommended at intended use concentration
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Abietate safe in cosmetics?
Rosin/colophony family known allergen; individuals with rosin allergy should avoid; cross-reactivity with other abietic acid derivatives expected; HRIPT testing recommended at intended use concentration The EU classifies Methyl Abietate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Abietate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Abietate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Abietate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Abietate functions as: Plasticizer, film-forming, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 127-25-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Abietate?
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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