4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One

CAS Number
20859-10-3
Function
Flavouring and nutrient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” not restricted by FDA

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No major flags; subject to IFRA standards. Structurally related to other terpenoid ketones with established safety profiles.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One safe in cosmetics?

No major flags; subject to IFRA standards. Structurally related to other terpenoid ketones with established safety profiles. The EU classifies 4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One allowed in the EU?

4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One do in cosmetics?

4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One functions as: Flavouring and nutrient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20859-10-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for 4,7-Dimethyl-6-Octen-3-One?

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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