Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Strong metal chelator (complexes with Fe³⁺, Cu²⁺, lanthanides) — potential to disrupt metal-dependent skin enzymes ; antimicrobial/antifungal activity suggests biological potency; limited cosmetic safety dossier; hygroscopic and sensitive compound
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tropolone safe in cosmetics?
Strong metal chelator (complexes with Fe³⁺, Cu²⁺, lanthanides) — potential to disrupt metal-dependent skin enzymes ; antimicrobial/antifungal activity suggests biological potency; limited cosmetic safety dossier; hygroscopic and sensitive compound The EU classifies Tropolone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Tropolone allowed in the EU?
Tropolone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tropolone do in cosmetics?
Tropolone functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 533-75-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tropolone?
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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