2-Methylundecanol

INCI: 2-METHYLUNDECANOL

CAS Number
10522-26-6
Function
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

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Minimal concerns at typical fragrance use levels. Falls within RIFM aliphatic alcohol group assessment.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2-Methylundecanol safe in cosmetics?

Minimal concerns at typical fragrance use levels. Falls within RIFM aliphatic alcohol group assessment. The EU classifies 2-Methylundecanol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 2-Methylundecanol allowed in the EU?

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

What does 2-Methylundecanol do in cosmetics?

2-Methylundecanol functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10522-26-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2-Methylundecanol?

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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