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Antioxidant

BIS-THYMINEMETHYL ACETIC ACID

CAS 1598423-52-9 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A synthetic acetic acid derivative carrying two thymine groups, marketed for DNA-protection signaling and antioxidant action. No notable hazards but cosmetic safety data is thin — efficacy claims outrun the evidence.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTBLEACHINGSKIN PROTECTINGSKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT

Skin benefits

  • DNA-repair signaling claims (thymine moiety)
  • Antioxidant support
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Limited published cosmetic safety data
  • No CIR or SCCS monograph
  • Niche specialty ingredient — efficacy claims out-pace evidence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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