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Formaldehyde-releasing preservative

3-Ethyl-2-methyl-2-(3-methylbutyl)-1,3-oxazolidine

CAS 143860-04-2
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

An oxazolidine preservative that releases formaldehyde to provide antimicrobial activity. Formaldehyde donors are increasingly restricted because of allergy and irritation concerns.

Skin benefits

  • Used as an industrial biocide or oxazolidine-based preservative
  • Acts against bacteria and fungi at low concentrations

Known concerns

  • Oxazolidine class is a known formaldehyde releaser
  • Formaldehyde donors are documented contact allergens and CMR concerns at higher exposures
  • EU and global cosmetic restrictions on formaldehyde and its releasers
  • Substantial labeling and disclosure requirements limit consumer-facing safety

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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