Pinacol

INCI: PINACOL

CAS Number
76-09-5
Function
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically regulated for cosmetics; no GRAS designation for this use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

GHS classification includes skin irritation (H315), serious eye irritation (H319), and respiratory irritation (H335). Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, ACGIH, or OSHA. Limited cosmetic-specific toxicological data; a CPSR will require MoS calculation based on NOAEL from available oral toxicity data with dermal absorption correction.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pinacol safe in cosmetics?

GHS classification includes skin irritation (H315), serious eye irritation (H319), and respiratory irritation (H335). Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, ACGIH, or OSHA. Limited cosmetic-specific toxicological data; a CPSR will require MoS calculation based on NOAEL from available oral toxicity data with dermal absorption correction. The EU classifies Pinacol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Pinacol allowed in the EU?

Pinacol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pinacol do in cosmetics?

Pinacol functions as: Solvent, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 76-09-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Pinacol?

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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