2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile

INCI: 2,3-DIMETHYL-2-NONENENITRILE

CAS Number
53153-67-6
Function
Fragrance ingredient (floral, green, iris-type)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status restricted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; used in fragrance compounds

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

α,β-unsaturated nitrile - expected to react directly with skin proteins (confirmed via Toxtree/OECD Toolbox); IFRA use-level restrictions apply

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile safe in cosmetics?

α,β-unsaturated nitrile - expected to react directly with skin proteins (confirmed via Toxtree/OECD Toolbox); IFRA use-level restrictions apply The EU classifies 2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile allowed in the EU?

2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile do in cosmetics?

2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile functions as: Fragrance ingredient (floral, green, iris-type). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 53153-67-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for 2,3-Dimethyl-2-nonenenitrile?

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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