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formocortal

CAS 2825-60-7
22

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Formocortal is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Formocortal is a synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid properties, used topically in Japan and other markets for dermatological conditions. Like other corticosteroids, it is classified as a prescription medicine and is not permitted in cosmetic products under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 Annex II, which prohibits corticosteroids in cosmetic formulations.

Known concerns

  • glucocorticoid corticosteroid
  • prescription drug
  • EU Annex II cosmetic ban

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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