1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene
INCI: LIMONENE (COMMONLY DECLARED); COSING ALSO LISTS 1-METHYL-4-METHYLVINYL-CYCLOHEXENE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
EU-designated fragrance allergen; requires on-pack declaration; autoxidation creates potent sensitizers (limonene-1-hydroperoxide, limonene-2-hydroperoxide); peroxide value monitoring recommended; R50/53 aquatic toxicity
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene safe in cosmetics?
EU-designated fragrance allergen; requires on-pack declaration; autoxidation creates potent sensitizers (limonene-1-hydroperoxide, limonene-2-hydroperoxide); peroxide value monitoring recommended; R50/53 aquatic toxicity The EU classifies 1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene allowed in the EU?
1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene do in cosmetics?
1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene functions as: Perfuming, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 138-86-3 (dl-limonene) / 5989-27-5 (d-limonene).
What is the Margin of Safety for 1-Methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexene?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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