2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone

INCI: 2-CARENYL METHYL KETONE

CAS Number
Not identified in CosIng/ECHA databases (terpene ketone; may be characterized by fragrance industry internal codes)
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restriction; fragrance ingredient under FEMA/RIFM framework

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

As a fragrance ingredient, it falls under general fragrance allergen monitoring and is not listed among the 80+ identified EU fragrance allergens requiring label declaration under Regulation 2023/1545.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone safe in cosmetics?

As a fragrance ingredient, it falls under general fragrance allergen monitoring and is not listed among the 80+ identified EU fragrance allergens requiring label declaration under Regulation 2023/1545. The EU classifies 2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone allowed in the EU?

2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone do in cosmetics?

2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not identified in CosIng/ECHA databases (terpene ketone; may be characterized by fragrance industry internal codes).

What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Carenyl Methyl Ketone?

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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