Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
IARC Group 2A carcinogen with EU CMR Carc. 1B classification; banned in EU cosmetics due to nephrotoxicity and methemoglobinemia risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenacetin safe in cosmetics?
IARC Group 2A carcinogen with EU CMR Carc. 1B classification; banned in EU cosmetics due to nephrotoxicity and methemoglobinemia risk. The EU classifies Phenacetin as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Phenacetin allowed in the EU?
Phenacetin EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenacetin do in cosmetics?
Phenacetin functions as: Stabilizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 62-44-2 [^1_1].
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenacetin?
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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