Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Propylbenzene is an industrial hydrocarbon solvent not recognized for cosmetic use; if encountered on a supplier spec sheet, verify identity as it may indicate mislabeling or confusion with phenylpropanol.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phenylpropane safe in cosmetics?
Propylbenzene is an industrial hydrocarbon solvent not recognized for cosmetic use; if encountered on a supplier spec sheet, verify identity as it may indicate mislabeling or confusion with phenylpropanol. The EU classifies Phenylpropane as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Phenylpropane allowed in the EU?
Phenylpropane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phenylpropane do in cosmetics?
Phenylpropane functions as: Industrial solvent / hydrocarbon. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 103-65-1 (propylbenzene).
What is the Margin of Safety for Phenylpropane?
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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