A-Terpinyl Acetate

INCI: A-TERPINYL ACETATE

CAS Number
80-26-2 (alpha-terpinyl acetate)
Function
Perfuming – sweet herbaceous-floral with lavender/bergamot nuances
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; INCI name recognized under 21 CFR 701.3

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Readily biodegradable with good stability in fine fragrances, soaps, deodorants, and shampoos; auto-oxidation of terpene backbone possible on storage.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is A-Terpinyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?

Readily biodegradable with good stability in fine fragrances, soaps, deodorants, and shampoos; auto-oxidation of terpene backbone possible on storage. The EU classifies A-Terpinyl Acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is A-Terpinyl Acetate allowed in the EU?

A-Terpinyl Acetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does A-Terpinyl Acetate do in cosmetics?

A-Terpinyl Acetate functions as: Perfuming – sweet herbaceous-floral with lavender/bergamot nuances. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 80-26-2 (alpha-terpinyl acetate).

What is the Margin of Safety for A-Terpinyl Acetate?

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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