Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual styrene monomer concern; potential respiratory irritant; monitor monomer levels in final product; IARC 2A classification for styrene monomer
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vinylstyrene safe in cosmetics?
Residual styrene monomer concern; potential respiratory irritant; monitor monomer levels in final product; IARC 2A classification for styrene monomer The EU classifies Vinylstyrene as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Vinylstyrene allowed in the EU?
Vinylstyrene EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Vinylstyrene do in cosmetics?
Vinylstyrene functions as: Fragrance / Hair fixative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1321-74-0 (Divinylbenzene).
What is the Margin of Safety for Vinylstyrene?
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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