CINOXATE

CINOXATE

Other Names: 2-ethoxy ethyl 4-methoxycinnamate,  2 -EMC

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

What it is:  Cinoxate is a UVB filter in sunscreen formulations. However, its use has decreased over time as newer-generation UV filters with broader-spectrum protection and better stability have become more prevalent in sunscreen formulations.

Safety in special situations:

Pregnancy Women
Not recommended for use by pregnant women
Nursing Mother
Not recommended for use by nursing mothers
Babies under 2 years
Not recommended for babies
Childrens
Not recommended for children
Cancer Free
Not recommended for people with a history of/at risk of cancer

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Vegan
Yes Icon
Synthetic Origin
Synthetic Icon
Biodegradable
Not readily biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
Potentially ecotoxic

Attributes:

Comedogenicity
Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data
acne prone skin
Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with acne prone skin based on currently available data
sensitive skin
May not be safe

Note:

  • Cinoxate is a rare photoallergen

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

European Union – CIR Data unavailable
European Union – SCCS Data unavailable
US FDA Listed as Non-GRASE (Not generally recognized as safe and effective) Category III
ASEAN guidelines No available data

Conclusionconclusion
Cinoxate is not currently approved by any regional guidelines, and its safety remains inconclusive.

Referencesbook

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov
  2. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk
  3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in