Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Drug-cosmetic borderline ingredient. Using it with antifungal claims will classify the product as a drug in both the EU and US. Formulators must ensure claims remain purely cosmetic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Miconazole safe in cosmetics?
Drug-cosmetic borderline ingredient. Using it with antifungal claims will classify the product as a drug in both the EU and US. Formulators must ensure claims remain purely cosmetic. The EU classifies Miconazole as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Miconazole allowed in the EU?
Miconazole EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Miconazole do in cosmetics?
Miconazole functions as: Antimicrobial (antifungal). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for Miconazole?
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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