Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine

INCI: POLYMETHOXY BICYCLIC OXAZOLIDINE

CAS Number
56709-13-8
Function
Preservative — antimicrobial active against bacteria, yeast, and mold
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically prohibited; permitted as a cosmetic preservative; also cleared as an indirect food contact substance by FDA

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Formaldehyde releaser with increasing regulatory pressure in EU; GHS Danger classification; contraindicated for free-from formaldehyde claims; incompatible with COSMOS/ECOCERT certification

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

preservative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine safe in cosmetics?

Formaldehyde releaser with increasing regulatory pressure in EU; GHS Danger classification; contraindicated for free-from formaldehyde claims; incompatible with COSMOS/ECOCERT certification The EU classifies Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine allowed in the EU?

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

What does Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine do in cosmetics?

Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine functions as: Preservative — antimicrobial active against bacteria, yeast, and mold. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56709-13-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine?

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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