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Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate

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Safety Notes

Shoppers should be aware that while effective at low concentrations, ethylparaben is a paraben, a class of preservatives that has faced scrutiny over potential links to endocrine disruption, leading some consumers to seek alternatives.

Function & Common Use

Function

Preservative

Category

Preservative

Common In

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Origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate safe to use in skincare?

Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate has a High concern rating. Shoppers should be aware that while effective at low concentrations, ethylparaben is a paraben, a class of preservatives that has faced scrutiny over potential links to endocrine disruption, leading some consumers to seek alternatives.

Is Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate allowed in India?

Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate used for in cosmetics?

Ethyl Hydroxybenzoate functions as: Preservative. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
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Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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