Is Miconazole safe in cosmetics?
Miconazole has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Miconazole
INCI: MICONAZOLE
Miconazole is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antimicrobial (antifungal). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited.
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Function
Antimicrobial (antifungal)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Regulated by FDA as an OTC antifungal drug active; not recognized as a standard cosmetic ingredient – any cosmetic claim risks drug misbranding
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Miconazole.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Miconazole.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Miconazole allowed in the EU?
Miconazole EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Miconazole do in cosmetics?
Miconazole functions as: Antimicrobial (antifungal). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
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