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EUGENIA CARYOPHYLLUS EXTRACT/ FORMALDEHYDE

CAS 94333-73-0 Updated
18

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

A reaction product of clove (Eugenia caryophyllus) extract with formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is an IARC Group 1 carcinogen with strict EU cosmetic restrictions — avoid.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Marketed antimicrobial activity
  • Clove-derived eugenol carryover

Known concerns

  • Contains/releases formaldehyde — IARC Group 1 carcinogen
  • EU restricts formaldehyde and releasers in cosmetics
  • Eugenol allergen content
  • Inhalation and sensitization risks

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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