Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate
INCI: METHYLBUTYLPHENYL HEXYLOXYBENZOATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited publicly available toxicological data. Benzoate-type UV absorber; the hexyloxy chain enhances oil solubility and substantivity
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate safe in cosmetics?
Limited publicly available toxicological data. Benzoate-type UV absorber; the hexyloxy chain enhances oil solubility and substantivity The EU classifies Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate allowed in the EU?
Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate do in cosmetics?
Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate functions as: UV filter / UV absorber (benzoate-type organic UV filter). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylbutylphenyl Hexyloxybenzoate?
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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