2-Furfuryleneoctanal

INCI: 2-FURFURYLENEOCTANAL

CAS Number
56767-18-1
Function
Fragrance ingredient (furanyl aldehyde)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; RIFM-assessed within aldehyde fragrance group

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

α,β-unsaturated carbonyl structural alert for sensitization; furanyl ring adds metabolic considerations and may trigger IFRA use level restrictions.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-Furfuryleneoctanal safe in cosmetics?

α,β-unsaturated carbonyl structural alert for sensitization; furanyl ring adds metabolic considerations and may trigger IFRA use level restrictions. The EU classifies 2-Furfuryleneoctanal as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 2-Furfuryleneoctanal allowed in the EU?

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

What does 2-Furfuryleneoctanal do in cosmetics?

2-Furfuryleneoctanal functions as: Fragrance ingredient (furanyl aldehyde). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56767-18-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Furfuryleneoctanal?

adequate 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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