Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Vicinal diketone structurally related to diacetyl, which is associated with bronchiolitis obliterans via inhalation. Topical cosmetic use at trace fragrance levels is low risk, but aerosolized products warrant caution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 4-Methylpentane-2,3-Dione safe in cosmetics?
Vicinal diketone structurally related to diacetyl, which is associated with bronchiolitis obliterans via inhalation. Topical cosmetic use at trace fragrance levels is low risk, but aerosolized products warrant caution. The EU classifies 4-Methylpentane-2,3-Dione as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 4-Methylpentane-2,3-Dione allowed in the EU?
4-Methylpentane-2,3-Dione EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 4-Methylpentane-2,3-Dione do in cosmetics?
4-Methylpentane-2,3-Dione functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7493-58-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for 4-Methylpentane-2,3-Dione?
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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