Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains a benzoxazole ring with potential mutagenicity concerns; limited toxicological data compared to more common fragrance materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-Methylbenzoxazole safe in cosmetics?
Contains a benzoxazole ring with potential mutagenicity concerns; limited toxicological data compared to more common fragrance materials. The EU classifies 2-Methylbenzoxazole as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 2-Methylbenzoxazole allowed in the EU?
2-Methylbenzoxazole EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-Methylbenzoxazole do in cosmetics?
2-Methylbenzoxazole functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 95-21-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Methylbenzoxazole?
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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