Should I Avoid isopropyl thioxanthone During Pregnancy? | VeriMom
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ECHA regulatory hazard statements
- •H361
- •H361F
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- Is isopropyl thioxanthone safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised reproductive classification (ECHA Annex VI) or SCCS/CIR safety assessment was identified. Database entries (ECHA C&L notifications and PubChem GHS aggregations) list H361/H361F as non‑harmonised notifications, which alone do not justify a reproductive hazard classification. No peer‑reviewed pregnancy-specific data located in the provided sources.
- Is isopropyl thioxanthone safe while breastfeeding?
- No authoritative data (harmonised CLP, SCCS, CIR or peer‑reviewed studies) showing reproductive or lactation/breastmilk transfer hazards. Self‑notifications in ECHA/PubChem report H361 but are not harmonised and do not constitute definitive evidence of hazard.
- Is isopropyl thioxanthone safe for baby skin?
- No infant‑specific toxicity or mechanism data identified. Dermal exposure for infants is assigned higher exposure (e=1) relative to adults because no reliable dermal absorption data were found and infants have an immature skin barrier and higher surface‑area‑to‑weight ratio. No evidence located showing confirmed developmental/infant toxicity.
- How does VeriMom score isopropyl thioxanthone?
- VeriMom scores isopropyl thioxanthone at 39/100 (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 isopropyl thioxanthone?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to isopropyl thioxanthone 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.