Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
⚠ Limited published safety data; aromatic ketone — check for phototoxicity in leave-on sun-exposed products; verify IFRA use levels before formulation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is tert-Butyl Dimethyl Acetophenone safe in cosmetics?
⚠ Limited published safety data; aromatic ketone — check for phototoxicity in leave-on sun-exposed products; verify IFRA use levels before formulation The EU classifies tert-Butyl Dimethyl Acetophenone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is tert-Butyl Dimethyl Acetophenone allowed in the EU?
tert-Butyl Dimethyl Acetophenone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does tert-Butyl Dimethyl Acetophenone do in cosmetics?
tert-Butyl Dimethyl Acetophenone functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2040-10-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for tert-Butyl Dimethyl Acetophenone?
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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