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Benzylhemiformal

Origin: Synthetic.

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INCI name: Benzylhemiformal.

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Function: Preservative.

Risks to health: Potential allergen, potential skin irritant (formaldehyde releaser).

More information : Only allowed in rinse-off products. Prohibited in aerosols for their proven carcinogenic effect by respiratory route.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Up to 0.15% of the finished product.