2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol)
INCI: 2,6-DIMETHYL-7-OCTEN-2-OL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol). NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOEL | 50 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Synthetic origin . Very high-volume ingredient - ensure supplier provides batch-specific purity and impurity profiling. No significant regulatory or safety flags
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol) safe in cosmetics?
Synthetic origin . Very high-volume ingredient - ensure supplier provides batch-specific purity and impurity profiling. No significant regulatory or safety flags The EU classifies 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol) as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol) allowed in the EU?
2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol) do in cosmetics?
2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol) functions as: Fragrance (perfuming), masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 18479-58-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol)?
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.
What is the NOAEL for 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol)?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for 2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (Dihydromyrcenol) is 50 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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