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SCCS’ Opinion on Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC)- what to make of it
Hello,
I was shopping for a SPF lip-balm, and found some, but all of them contain EHMC. I’ve looked for safety data on EHMC, and found this (it’s the final paragraph from the SCCS’ “Opinion on Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (EHMC)”- 25.10.2024):
4. CONCLUSION:
1. In light of the data provided and taking under consideration the concerns related to
potential endocrine disrupting properties of Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, does the
SCCS consider Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate safe when used as UV-Filter in cosmetic
products up to a maximum concentration of 10%?
Having considered the data provided, and the concerns relating to potential endocrine
disrupting properties of EHMC, the SCCS cannot conclude on the safety of EHMC,
because the information provided is insufficient to exclude genotoxicity.
In addition, the available evidence also shows that EHMC is an endocrine-active
substance due to clear demonstration of estrogenic activity and weak anti-androgenic
activity both in vitro and in vivo.
2. Alternatively, what is according to the SCCS the maximum concentration considered
safe for use of Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate in cosmetic products?
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So, they “cannot conclude” on its overall safety, nor on the concentration that might be safe.
Then why there are products on the (European) market containing EHMC if it might not be safe?
Can you explain, please, how these “Opinion”s work? Being “opinions” and not laws, are they ignored until proven otherwise?
Thank you.
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