2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid

CAS Number
3142-72-1
Function
Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component natural-origin ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid safe in cosmetics?

2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.

Is 2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid allowed in the EU?

2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid do in cosmetics?

2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid functions as: Flavouring and nutrient; Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3142-72-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Methylpent-2-Enoic Acid?

not established 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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