2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate

INCI: 2-METHYLPENTYL 2-METHYLVALERATE

CAS Number
53955-81-0
Function
Fragrance (fruity ester type)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited standalone toxicological dossier; falls within the broader RIFM ester group evaluation.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate safe in cosmetics?

Limited standalone toxicological dossier; falls within the broader RIFM ester group evaluation. The EU classifies 2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate allowed in the EU?

2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate do in cosmetics?

2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate functions as: Fragrance (fruity ester type). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 53955-81-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Methylpentyl 2-Methylvalerate?

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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