7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal

INCI: 7-METHYL-3-METHYLENEOCT-6-ENAL

CAS Number
55050-40-3
Function
Perfuming (fresh, citrus, green aldehyde)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; IFRA-regulated fragrance ingredient

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Aldehydes as a class require attention to oxidation and skin reactivity; IFRA restricts use levels

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal safe in cosmetics?

Aldehydes as a class require attention to oxidation and skin reactivity; IFRA restricts use levels The EU classifies 7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal allowed in the EU?

7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal do in cosmetics?

7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal functions as: Perfuming (fresh, citrus, green aldehyde). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 55050-40-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for 7-Methyl-3-Methyleneoct-6-Enal?

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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