Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low toxicity profile for topical use; theoretical concern regarding melanogenesis stimulation - products claiming to accelerate tanning via tyrosine derivatives should be assessed for efficacy claims vs. cosmetic classification.. Amino acid ester derivative; tyrosine is the starting substrate for melanin biosynthesis, so derivatives may be marketed for tanning support; better skin penetration than free tyrosine due to ester form.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Tyrosinate HCl safe in cosmetics?
Low toxicity profile for topical use; theoretical concern regarding melanogenesis stimulation - products claiming to accelerate tanning via tyrosine derivatives should be assessed for efficacy claims vs. cosmetic classification.. Amino acid ester derivative; tyrosine is the starting substrate for melanin biosynthesis, so derivatives may be marketed for tanning support; better skin penetration than free tyrosine due to ester form. The EU classifies Methyl Tyrosinate HCl as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Tyrosinate HCl allowed in the EU?
Methyl Tyrosinate HCl EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Tyrosinate HCl do in cosmetics?
Methyl Tyrosinate HCl functions as: Skin conditioning agent; may also function as a melanin synthesis modulator (tyrosine is a melanin precursor). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3417-91-2 (L-Tyrosine methyl ester hydrochloride).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Tyrosinate HCl?
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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