Veratryl Alcohol

INCI: VERATRYL ALCOHOL

CAS Number
93-03-8
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

May cause irritation in sensitive individuals. Synthesized from guaiacol or veratrole โ€” ensure residual solvent/reagent specifications are met. Patch testing recommended for leave-on products at higher concentrations

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veratryl Alcohol safe in cosmetics?

May cause irritation in sensitive individuals. Synthesized from guaiacol or veratrole โ€” ensure residual solvent/reagent specifications are met. Patch testing recommended for leave-on products at higher concentrations The EU classifies Veratryl Alcohol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Veratryl Alcohol allowed in the EU?

Veratryl Alcohol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Veratryl Alcohol do in cosmetics?

Veratryl Alcohol functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-03-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Veratryl Alcohol?

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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