Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Relatively new/niche ingredient; limited published toxicological data compared to established antioxidants; request full safety dossier from supplier including OECD-compliant studies
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vanillylidene Pentanedione safe in cosmetics?
Relatively new/niche ingredient; limited published toxicological data compared to established antioxidants; request full safety dossier from supplier including OECD-compliant studies The EU classifies Vanillylidene Pentanedione as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Vanillylidene Pentanedione allowed in the EU?
Vanillylidene Pentanedione EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Vanillylidene Pentanedione do in cosmetics?
Vanillylidene Pentanedione functions as: Antioxidant, Chelating Agent, Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91418-45-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Vanillylidene Pentanedione?
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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