Is Diethylaminomethylcoumarin safe in cosmetics?
Diethylaminomethylcoumarin has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Diethylaminomethylcoumarin
INCI: DIETHYLAMINOMETHYLCOUMARIN
Diethylaminomethylcoumarin (CAS 91-44-1 (7-diethylamino-4-methylcoumarin)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Light stabilizer (UV absorber for product protection). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Light stabilizer (UV absorber for product protection)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no specific 21 CFR prohibition for cosmetic use; FDA does not pre-approve cosmetic ingredients
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Diethylaminomethylcoumarin.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Diethylaminomethylcoumarin.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diethylaminomethylcoumarin allowed in the EU?
Diethylaminomethylcoumarin EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diethylaminomethylcoumarin do in cosmetics?
Diethylaminomethylcoumarin functions as: Light stabilizer (UV absorber for product protection). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91-44-1 (7-diethylamino-4-methylcoumarin).
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