Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU cosmetics due to suspected carcinogenicity (H351), suspected reproductive toxicity (H361), and potential harm to breastfed children (H362). Classified as potential endocrine disruptor. Withdrawn from French market in 1992.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pregnenolone Acetate safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU cosmetics due to suspected carcinogenicity (H351), suspected reproductive toxicity (H361), and potential harm to breastfed children (H362). Classified as potential endocrine disruptor. Withdrawn from French market in 1992. The EU classifies Pregnenolone Acetate as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Pregnenolone Acetate allowed in the EU?
Pregnenolone Acetate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pregnenolone Acetate do in cosmetics?
Pregnenolone Acetate functions as: Skin conditioning agent with anti-aging and hydration properties. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1778-02-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Pregnenolone Acetate?
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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