Description
Methoxypropylamino Cyclohexenylidene Ethoxyethylcyanoacetate is an organic compound belonging to the family of cyanoacetate derivatives, with a structure that combines a cyclohexenylidene ring with ether groups and a substituted amino function. Its declared technical function in the European inventory is that of UV filter and light stabilizer. Ingredients of this class are used in cosmetics to absorb, reflect or scatter incident UV radiation, contributing to the protection of the skin against sun exposure and to the stability of other light-sensitive components of the formulation.
Under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, this ingredient is listed in Annex VI, dedicated to authorized UV filters, under reference 32. The maximum permitted concentration in the ready-to-use product is "3%". The additional conditions of use established are: "Not to be used in applications that may lead to exposure of the end-user's lungs by inhalation"; "Do not use with nitrosating agents"; "Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 μg/kg"; and "Keep in nitrite-free containers". No additional mandatory labelling warnings have been set for this ingredient, it has no CMR classification according to the inventory information, and no specific restriction by type of cosmetic product is established beyond the conditions cited.
The information presented is for technical reference only and does not constitute a recommendation for use or an efficacy claim.