Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Must not be confused with 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), which is cytotoxic. Ensure supplier CoA confirms absence of fluorinated impurities. Very limited cosmetic use data — rare in finished formulations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Uracil safe in cosmetics?
Must not be confused with 5-fluorouracil (5-FU), which is cytotoxic. Ensure supplier CoA confirms absence of fluorinated impurities. Very limited cosmetic use data — rare in finished formulations The EU classifies Uracil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Uracil allowed in the EU?
Uracil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Uracil do in cosmetics?
Uracil functions as: Skin conditioning agent, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 66-22-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Uracil?
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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