Is Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether
INCI: RESORCINOL DIHEXYL ETHER
Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether (CAS Not publicly listed in CosIng CAS field) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Bleaching (skin lightening). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Bleaching (skin lightening)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific FDA monograph or restriction; would fall under general cosmetic ingredient use
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether allowed in the EU?
Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether do in cosmetics?
Resorcinol Dihexyl Ether functions as: Bleaching (skin lightening). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly listed in CosIng CAS field.
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