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Antioxidant

METHYL HYDROXYCINNAMATE

CAS 19367-38-5 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A methyl ester of a hydroxycinnamic acid — a fragrant phenolic that absorbs UV and acts as an antioxidant. Carries an EU sensitiser label (H317) so leave-on use is best avoided by allergy-prone skins.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Methyl ester of ferulic-style acid
  • UV-absorbing antioxidant
  • Used as fragrance/odorant

Known concerns

  • GHS H317 may cause allergic skin reaction
  • H412 toxic to aquatic life long-term
  • Established contact allergen in fragrance applications

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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