Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report

INCI: TAZAROTENE

CAS Number
118292-40-3
Function
active ingredient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
EU Max Conc. 1%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes South Korea revised cosmetic safety standards in September 2025 per Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announcement.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Tazarotene is a retinoid active ingredient generally considered safe for cosmetic use with established concentration limits.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report safe in cosmetics?

Tazarotene is a retinoid active ingredient generally considered safe for cosmetic use with established concentration limits. The EU classifies Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report allowed in the EU?

Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 1%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report do in cosmetics?

Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report functions as: active ingredient. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 118292-40-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Tazarotene & Tazarotenic Acid Report?

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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