Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS Warning: H303 (may be harmful if swallowed), H316 (mild skin irritation) . Not genotoxic (Ames negative, chromosome aberration negative). Cramer Class I (Low) . No photoirritation concern (no UV absorption 290–700 nm)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prenyl Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
GHS Warning: H303 (may be harmful if swallowed), H316 (mild skin irritation) . Not genotoxic (Ames negative, chromosome aberration negative). Cramer Class I (Low) . No photoirritation concern (no UV absorption 290–700 nm) The EU classifies Prenyl Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Prenyl Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Prenyl Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.24%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Prenyl Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Prenyl Benzoate functions as: Perfuming (fragrance ingredient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5205-11-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Prenyl Benzoate?
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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