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moxestrol

CAS 34816-55-2
22

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

Moxestrol is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Moxestrol is a synthetic estrogen with potent hormonal activity. Like other estrogenic compounds, it falls under EU endocrine disruptor regulations. Synthetic estrogens are not permitted in cosmetic products as they can interfere with hormonal systems. The Cosmetics Regulation Annex II contains a specific entry prohibiting estrogenic substances in cosmetic products.

Known concerns

  • Synthetic estrogen
  • Endocrine disruptor potential
  • Hormonal activity concern
  • EU Annex II prohibited

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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