Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not phototoxic or photoallergenic per UV/Vis evaluation; environmental PEC/PNEC ratio less than 1.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenethyl Formate safe in cosmetics?
Not phototoxic or photoallergenic per UV/Vis evaluation; environmental PEC/PNEC ratio less than 1. The EU classifies Phenethyl Formate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Phenethyl Formate allowed in the EU?
Phenethyl Formate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenethyl Formate do in cosmetics?
Phenethyl Formate functions as: Fragrance (perfuming agent); member of AAASAE group. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 104-62-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenethyl Formate?
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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