Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Caffeic acid is IARC Group 2B; catechol structure may auto-oxidize; no formal cosmetic safety assessment (CIR/SCCS); requires additional toxicological justification in a CPSR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenethyl Caffeate safe in cosmetics?
Caffeic acid is IARC Group 2B; catechol structure may auto-oxidize; no formal cosmetic safety assessment (CIR/SCCS); requires additional toxicological justification in a CPSR. The EU classifies Phenethyl Caffeate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Phenethyl Caffeate allowed in the EU?
Phenethyl Caffeate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenethyl Caffeate do in cosmetics?
Phenethyl Caffeate functions as: Antioxidant; skin-conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 104594-70-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenethyl Caffeate?
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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