3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine

INCI: 3-ETHYL-2,5-DIMETHYLPYRAZINE

CAS Number
13360-65-1
Function
Perfuming — nutty, roasted character
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; also GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) as a food flavoring agent

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Dual food and cosmetic use with robust safety history; no significant concerns identified.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine safe in cosmetics?

Dual food and cosmetic use with robust safety history; no significant concerns identified. The EU classifies 3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine allowed in the EU?

3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine do in cosmetics?

3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine functions as: Perfuming — nutty, roasted character. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 13360-65-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Ethyl-2,5-Dimethylpyrazine?

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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