Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not genotoxic (Ames negative, MN negative); not phototoxic; not PBT; NOAEL 500 mg/kg/day; RfD 1.94 mg/kg/day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenethyl Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
Not genotoxic (Ames negative, MN negative); not phototoxic; not PBT; NOAEL 500 mg/kg/day; RfD 1.94 mg/kg/day The EU classifies Phenethyl Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Phenethyl Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Phenethyl Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenethyl Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Phenethyl Benzoate functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94-47-3 [^1_8][^1_9].
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenethyl Benzoate?
adequate 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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