Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS classified as Acute Tox. 4 oral (H302: harmful if swallowed) and Skin Irrit. 2 (H315: skin irritation). Limited cosmetic safety data; ingredient-specific toxicological justification required in CPSR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenyl Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
GHS classified as Acute Tox. 4 oral (H302: harmful if swallowed) and Skin Irrit. 2 (H315: skin irritation). Limited cosmetic safety data; ingredient-specific toxicological justification required in CPSR. The EU classifies Phenyl Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Phenyl Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Phenyl Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenyl Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Phenyl Benzoate functions as: Masking agent (fragrance-related); plasticizer in some formulations. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-99-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenyl Benzoate?
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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