Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Phytol is permitted for fragrance use; respects IFRA maximum use concentrations per NESIL. Not genotoxic; photoirritation not flagged in RIFM assessment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phytol safe in cosmetics?
Phytol is permitted for fragrance use; respects IFRA maximum use concentrations per NESIL. Not genotoxic; photoirritation not flagged in RIFM assessment. The EU classifies Phytol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Phytol allowed in the EU?
Phytol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phytol do in cosmetics?
Phytol functions as: Fragrance ingredient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 150-86-7 (primary); 7541-49-3 (isomer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Phytol?
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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