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Antimicrobial

ISOPROPYLCARBONATE BENZOYL PEROXIDE

CAS 1310672-91-3 Updated
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A carbonate ester of benzoyl peroxide, designed as an acne actives precursor. Inherits BPO's sensitizer and oxidizer concerns; not a gentle cosmetic ingredient.

Function

ANTI-SEBUM

Skin benefits

  • Likely intended as a controlled-release acne actives precursor
  • Possible antibacterial action against P. acnes

Known concerns

  • Benzoyl peroxide moiety is a known oxidizer and skin sensitizer
  • IARC Group 3 — promotion concern in animal models
  • Bleaches fabrics and hair
  • No CIR/SCCS opinion on this exact carbonate ester

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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