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Etilefrine pivalate hydrochloride

CAS 42145-91-5
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Etilefrine Pivalate Hydrochloride is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Etilefrine pivalate is a sympathomimetic phenylethanolamine derivative with alpha and beta-adrenergic activity used as a vasopressor agent. The pivalate ester is designed for extended release but introduces additional metabolic considerations. It is not listed in EU approved cosmetic ingredient databases, and its pharmacological activity makes it unsuitable for cosmetic applications.

Known concerns

  • Sympathomimetic pharmacological activity
  • Cardiovascular effects
  • Not approved for cosmetic use
  • Restricted at ≥0.1% under REACH

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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