RESORCINOL ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Resorcinol Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Resorcinol acetate is the monoacetyl ester of resorcinol (1,3-benzenediol), used in some fragrance and intermediate applications. The underlying resorcinol component has been associated with skin sensitization and is listed in some regulatory contexts with use restrictions. While resorcinol acetate itself is not specifically listed in EU cosmetic annexes, the structural alerts for skin sensitization and the limited toxicological data support a cautious safety score in the lower range.
Skin benefits
- Used in fragrance compositions as an intermediate
Known concerns
- Skin sensitization potential
- Structural alerts related to resorcinol moiety
- Limited comprehensive toxicological data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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