Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Good thermal and alkaline stability. Used in fine fragrance, personal care, and household products. Must comply with IFRA category-specific concentration limits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenoxyethyl Propionate safe in cosmetics?
Good thermal and alkaline stability. Used in fine fragrance, personal care, and household products. Must comply with IFRA category-specific concentration limits. The EU classifies Phenoxyethyl Propionate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Phenoxyethyl Propionate allowed in the EU?
Phenoxyethyl Propionate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenoxyethyl Propionate do in cosmetics?
Phenoxyethyl Propionate functions as: Fragrance ingredient; fixative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 23495-12-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenoxyethyl Propionate?
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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