Is Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid
INCI: CYCLOHEXANECARBOXYLIC ACID
Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid (CAS 98-89-5 (parent acid, general chemical data)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Potential pH adjuster or intermediate. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Potential pH adjuster or intermediate
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No dedicated CIR opinion as a cosmetic ingredient; any use would require full safety substantiation with attention to irritation.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid.
Regulatory Flags
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
jecfa_safe
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
1
Lowest NOAEL
300 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
300 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid allowed in the EU?
Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid do in cosmetics?
Cyclohexanecarboxylic Acid functions as: Potential pH adjuster or intermediate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 98-89-5 (parent acid, general chemical data).
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