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Antioxidant

TRIS(T-BUTYL HYDROXYDIMETHYLBENZYL) ISOCYANURIC ACID

CAS 40601-76-1
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

An industrial hindered-phenol antioxidant (similar to Irganox-class stabilizers) repurposed for cosmetic stability. The isocyanurate core and thin dermal data warrant cautious use.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Hindered phenol antioxidant
  • Stabilizes formulations against oxidation
  • Resists hydrolysis

Known concerns

  • Isocyanurate moiety raises respiratory sensitization concern
  • Limited dermal safety data
  • Industrial-grade origin
  • Possible polymer migration

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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