Final Opinion on Triphenyl Phosphate by the SCCS
On July 26th, the SCCS issued a final opinion on Triphenyl Phosphate, after releasing a preliminary opinion on April 4th. ?
Triphenyl Phosphate (CAS No. 204-112-2, EC No. 115-86-6) is a chemical compound included in the European database for information on cosmetic substances and ingredients (CosIng) with the reported function of plasticizer, meaning that it is used to soften or make supple various synthetic polymers that otherwise could not be easily deformed, spread or worked out. Triphenyl Phosphate is used in nail products, including nail polishes, enamels or manicuring preparations. Currently, Triphenyl Phosphate is not regulated under the Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009. ?
Triphenyl Phosphate is one of the substances identified on the priority list of potential endocrine disruptors elaborated by the Commission, in 2019. During the call for data, scientific evidence was submitted to demonstrate the safety of Triphenyl Phosphate as a plasticiser in nail products. After this, the Commission requested the SCCS to carry out a safety assessment on Triphenyl Phosphate in view of the information provided. The SCCS concluded the following: ?
? Based on the currently available information, it is not possible for the SCCS to conclude on the safety of Triphenyl phosphate because the genotoxicity potential cannot be excluded. ?
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2. Alternatively, what is according to the SCCS the maximum concentration considered safe for use of Triphenyl Phosphate in nail products?
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3. Does the SCCS have any further scientific concerns with regard to the use of Triphenyl Phosphate in nail products?
? The SCCS mandate does not address environmental aspects. Therefore, this assessment did not cover the safety of Triphenyl phosphate for the environment.
By Beatriz Costa , Safety Assessor