Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate

INCI: METHYL ACETYLAMINOBENZOATE (AS LISTED IN COSING)

CAS Number
Likely corresponds to methyl 4-(acetylamino)benzoate - no single universally confirmed CAS was returned from regulatory databases in this search
Function
Fragrance ingredient (structurally related to PABA derivatives but distinct from UV-filtering aminobenzoates)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not listed among approved OTC sunscreen actives (21 CFR 352); allowed as a general cosmetic ingredient if not marketed with UV-protection claims

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Structurally related to PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) family - known sensitizers and photoallergens; although the acetylated form may reduce sensitization potential, caution is warranted; limited published safety data specific to this ester. Aminobenzoate ester with UV-absorbing chromophore; the acetylamino group differentiates it from active UV filters like Padimate O

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate safe in cosmetics?

Structurally related to PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) family - known sensitizers and photoallergens; although the acetylated form may reduce sensitization potential, caution is warranted; limited published safety data specific to this ester. Aminobenzoate ester with UV-absorbing chromophore; the acetylamino group differentiates it from active UV filters like Padimate O The EU classifies Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate allowed in the EU?

Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate do in cosmetics?

Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate functions as: Fragrance ingredient (structurally related to PABA derivatives but distinct from UV-filtering aminobenzoates). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Likely corresponds to methyl 4-(acetylamino)benzoate - no single universally confirmed CAS was returned from regulatory databases in this search.

What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Acetylaminobenzoate?

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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