Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol

CAS Number
115-18-4
Function
Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; RIFM-assessed for fragrance safety

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Safety Data

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

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Toxicological Studies

4 study endpoints found for 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol. 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 1250 mg/kg bw/day oral mouse Special Toxicology Study COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 50 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 150 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL ca.50 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Signal Word
DANGER
Pictograms
flam;flame; excl mark;warn
Hazard Statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is irritating to the eyes.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

Fragrance ingredient with low acute toxicity; flammable liquid requiring appropriate handling and concentration controls.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol safe in cosmetics?

Fragrance ingredient with low acute toxicity; flammable liquid requiring appropriate handling and concentration controls. The EU classifies 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol allowed in the EU?

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol do in cosmetics?

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol functions as: Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 115-18-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol?

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.

What is the NOAEL for 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol is 1250 mg/kg bw/day based on a Special Toxicology Study study via oral route in mouse. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.

Is 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol classified as hazardous under GHS?

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol carries a GHS signal word of "DANGER". Hazard statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance โ€” at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.

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