Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol
INCI: BETA-METHYL-CYCLODODECANEETHANOL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
RIFM safety assessment completed - no genotoxic potential, no skin sensitization concern at current use levels . Not classified as PBT (Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic) per IFRA Environmental Standards; PEC/PNEC ratios < 1 . Biodegradability: 86.8% (OECD 301D). A macrocyclic musk-family alcohol (cyclododecane backbone). RIFM assessment confirms favorable environmental profile with good biodegradability . Synonyms include 2-cyclododecylpropanol and ฮฒ-methylcyclododecaneethanol . Evaluated v...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol safe in cosmetics?
RIFM safety assessment completed - no genotoxic potential, no skin sensitization concern at current use levels . Not classified as PBT (Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic) per IFRA Environmental Standards; PEC/PNEC ratios < 1 . Biodegradability: 86.8% (OECD 301D). A macrocyclic musk-family alcohol (cyclododecane backbone). RIFM assessment confirms favorable environmental profile with good biodegradability . Synonyms include 2-cyclododecylpropanol and ฮฒ-methylcyclododecaneethanol . Evaluated v... The EU classifies Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol allowed in the EU?
Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol do in cosmetics?
Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 118562-73-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Beta-Methyl-Cyclododecaneethanol?
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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