Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No major safety flags in current regulatory databases; phenolic compound, mild skin sensitization potential at high concentrations. Methyl ester of gentisic acid (2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid); chelation activity helps stabilize formulations against metal-catalyzed oxidation
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate safe in cosmetics?
No major safety flags in current regulatory databases; phenolic compound, mild skin sensitization potential at high concentrations. Methyl ester of gentisic acid (2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid); chelation activity helps stabilize formulations against metal-catalyzed oxidation The EU classifies Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate functions as: Chelating - binds metal ions that could negatively affect the stability or appearance of cosmetics. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2150-46-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Dihydroxybenzoate?
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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