3-Methyl-3-Octanol

INCI: 3-METHYL-3-OCTANOL

CAS Number
5340-36-3
Function
Perfuming / Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; permitted for use in cosmetics under general safety provisions (no CIR review specific to this ingredient)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

GHS hazard classifications: H315 (skin irritation), H319 (eye irritation), H335 (respiratory irritation). Moderate safety profile suitable for fragrance applications with standard precautions.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3-Methyl-3-Octanol safe in cosmetics?

GHS hazard classifications: H315 (skin irritation), H319 (eye irritation), H335 (respiratory irritation). Moderate safety profile suitable for fragrance applications with standard precautions. The EU classifies 3-Methyl-3-Octanol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 3-Methyl-3-Octanol allowed in the EU?

3-Methyl-3-Octanol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 3-Methyl-3-Octanol do in cosmetics?

3-Methyl-3-Octanol functions as: Perfuming / Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5340-36-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Methyl-3-Octanol?

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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