Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not genotoxic (Ames negative, micronucleus negative); not PBT; Cramer Class II; skin sensitizer via Michael addition; IFRA restricts across 12 product categories
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-Hexylidenecyclohexan-1-One ⚠️ safe in cosmetics?
Not genotoxic (Ames negative, micronucleus negative); not PBT; Cramer Class II; skin sensitizer via Michael addition; IFRA restricts across 12 product categories The EU classifies 2-Hexylidenecyclohexan-1-One ⚠️ as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 2-Hexylidenecyclohexan-1-One ⚠️ allowed in the EU?
2-Hexylidenecyclohexan-1-One ⚠️ EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-Hexylidenecyclohexan-1-One ⚠️ do in cosmetics?
2-Hexylidenecyclohexan-1-One ⚠️ functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16429-07-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Hexylidenecyclohexan-1-One ⚠️?
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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