Is Formyl Morpholine safe in cosmetics?
Formyl Morpholine has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Formyl Morpholine
INCI: FORMYL MORPHOLINE
Formyl Morpholine (CAS 4394-85-8 (EC 224-518-3)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Solvent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Solvent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no specific CFR prohibition; SDS notes uses advised against food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use but cosmetic use is not prohibited
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Formyl Morpholine.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Formyl Morpholine.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Formyl Morpholine allowed in the EU?
Formyl Morpholine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Formyl Morpholine do in cosmetics?
Formyl Morpholine functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4394-85-8 (EC 224-518-3).
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