Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern ester with adequate margin of safety; no significant safety flags identified.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2-Methylbutyl Isovalerate safe in cosmetics?
Low concern ester with adequate margin of safety; no significant safety flags identified. The EU classifies 2-Methylbutyl Isovalerate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is 2-Methylbutyl Isovalerate allowed in the EU?
2-Methylbutyl Isovalerate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2-Methylbutyl Isovalerate do in cosmetics?
2-Methylbutyl Isovalerate functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2445-77-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Methylbutyl Isovalerate?
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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