Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for 2-Heptylfuran. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 194 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 194 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Primarily a flavor and fragrance ingredient used at low concentrations; furan ring warrants monitoring for potential genotoxic metabolites
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-Heptylfuran safe in cosmetics?
Primarily a flavor and fragrance ingredient used at low concentrations; furan ring warrants monitoring for potential genotoxic metabolites The EU classifies 2-Heptylfuran as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is 2-Heptylfuran allowed in the EU?
2-Heptylfuran EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-Heptylfuran do in cosmetics?
2-Heptylfuran functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3777-71-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Heptylfuran?
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.
What is the NOAEL for 2-Heptylfuran?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for 2-Heptylfuran is 194 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in mouse. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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