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Methoxyacetic acid

CAS 625-45-6 Updated
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

A small ether-acid that is an EU CLP Category 1B reproductive toxicant and SVHC under REACH. Penetrates skin and causes systemic developmental toxicity — never appropriate for leave-on or rinse-off cosmetics.

Skin benefits

  • No appropriate cosmetic role

Known concerns

  • EU CLP Repr. 1B
  • SVHC listed
  • Developmental/testicular toxicity
  • Dermal absorption with systemic effects

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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