Alpha-Santalol

INCI: ALPHA-SANTALOL

CAS Number
115-71-9
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; sandalwood oil is FEMA GRAS for food flavoring; cosmetic use permitted under general fragrance provisions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Established contact allergen with low sensitization potential; not genotoxic or phototoxic. Skin irritation possible when applied neat. Chemopreventive properties reported in animal models.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alpha-Santalol safe in cosmetics?

Established contact allergen with low sensitization potential; not genotoxic or phototoxic. Skin irritation possible when applied neat. Chemopreventive properties reported in animal models. The EU classifies Alpha-Santalol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Alpha-Santalol allowed in the EU?

Alpha-Santalol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Alpha-Santalol do in cosmetics?

Alpha-Santalol functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 115-71-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Alpha-Santalol?

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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