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Preparation and In Vivo Use of an Activity-based Probe for N-acylethanolamine Acid Amidase
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Amyl Acetate and Isoamyl Acetate.
Pryia Cherian1, Wilma F Bergfeld2, Donald V Belsito2
1Cosmetic Ingredient Review Senior Scientific Analyst/Writer.
International Journal of Toxicology
|September 29, 2023
Summary
Amyl Acetate and Isoamyl Acetate are safe for cosmetic use. The Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety reviewed new studies and confirmed their safety in current product types and concentrations.
Area of Science:
- Cosmetic Science
- Toxicology
- Dermatology
Background:
- The safety of Amyl Acetate and Isoamyl Acetate as cosmetic ingredients was originally assessed in 1988.
- New scientific studies and updated usage information have become available since the initial assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review newly available scientific data on Amyl Acetate and Isoamyl Acetate.
- To re-evaluate the safety of these ingredients in cosmetic products based on current practices and concentrations.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of newly published studies.
- Analysis of updated product types and concentrations of use for Amyl Acetate and Isoamyl Acetate.
- Assessment by the Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Main Results:
- The Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety reviewed updated research.
- Newly available studies did not alter the original safety assessment.
- Current product types and concentrations of use were considered.
Conclusions:
- Amyl Acetate is safe for use in cosmetic products.
- Isoamyl Acetate is safe for use in cosmetic products.
- The safety is confirmed for the practices of use and concentration as described in the report.
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