Is Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA
INCI: ETHYL DIHYDROXYPROPYL PABA
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA (CAS 58882-17-0 [^1_9]) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as UV Absorber / UV Filter (PABA derivative). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max 10%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
UV Absorber / UV Filter (PABA derivative)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
10%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — PABA and its derivatives historically listed under 21 CFR 352 (OTC sunscreens)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 10%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA functions as: UV Absorber / UV Filter (PABA derivative). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 58882-17-0 [^1_9].
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