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Should I Avoid butylphenyl methylpropional During Pregnancy? | VeriMom
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ECHA regulatory hazard statements
- •H360FD
Products containing butylphenyl methylpropional — check your shelf
These products list butylphenyl methylpropional on their INCI. If one is in your routine, consider swapping it during pregnancy.
Philosophy
37Philosophy When Hope Is Not Enough Facial Replenishing Balm
Missha
37Missha Signature Dramatic Two Way Pact
Pyunkang Yul
37Pyunkang Yul Herbal Hair Loss Control Shampoo
Mizon
37MIZON 7 Vegan Peptide Booster Serum - 150ml
The saem
37The Saem Silk Hair Repair Curl Serum
La Colline
37La Colline Cellular Vital Hand Cream SPF15
Mizon
37MIZON Salon Master Hair Clinic - 150ml
The History of Whoo
37The History of Whoo First Moisture Anti Aging Essence
SAM'U
37SAM'U pH Sensitive Cream
Mizon
37Mizon Watermax Moisture BB Cream SPF 30/pa+++
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Avero
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HappySoaps
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Laura Mercier
99Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum Spf 20 - Oil Free
Woohoo
99Woohoo Deodorant & Anti-Chafe Stick
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FAQ
- Is butylphenyl methylpropional safe during pregnancy?
- European authorities have assigned a harmonised CLP classification for butylphenyl methylpropional (lilial; CAS 80-54-6) as a reproductive toxicant (Repr. 1B, H360D) on the basis of animal developmental/reproductive data and the SCCS opinions that safety for use in cosmetics could not be demonstrated; this justifies a high hazard score for pregnancy. Topical cosmetic exposure results in measurable but generally low systemic uptake for single products, so exposure is scored as low but measurable. (Sources: SCCS opinion; ECHA harmonised classification/CLP listing).
- Is butylphenyl methylpropional safe while breastfeeding?
- Because the substance has a harmonised H360D classification (presumed to damage the unborn child) and animal developmental/reproductive effects underpin that classification, hazard for infant-related exposure via lactation is treated as high. There are no robust human lactation-transfer data; exposure from topical cosmetics is typically low but measurable. (Sources: ECHA CLP harmonised entry; SCCS opinion; registration dossier summaries).
- Is butylphenyl methylpropional safe for baby skin?
- Hazard remains high because of the harmonised Repr.1B / H360D classification based on animal developmental toxicity reviewed by SCCS and ECHA; infant-specific reproductive/developmental data are lacking but the harmonised classification is decisive. Per scoring rules, absorption/exposure for baby skin is increased by +1 versus adults when measurable — therefore exposure is moderate. No infant-specific mechanistic evidence was located. (Sources: ECHA harmonised classification/CLP Annex VI listing; SCCS opinion; ECHA registration summaries).
- How does VeriMom score butylphenyl methylpropional?
- VeriMom scores butylphenyl methylpropional at 20/100 (high risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to butylphenyl methylpropional?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to butylphenyl methylpropional based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.