2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole

CAS Number
1076-56-8
Function
Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” FEMA GRAS 3436 for flavor use; no FDA cosmetic prohibition

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Known antifungal and antibiofilm activities; used in spicy and chypre fragrances at low concentrations

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole safe in cosmetics?

Known antifungal and antibiofilm activities; used in spicy and chypre fragrances at low concentrations The EU classifies 2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole allowed in the EU?

2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole do in cosmetics?

2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole functions as: Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1076-56-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Isopropyl-5-Methylanisole?

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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