Beta-Santalene

INCI: BETA-SANTALENE

CAS Number
511-59-1
Function
Fragrance (perfuming agent)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; no specific restriction. Not GRAS-listed as a standalone flavoring (unlike sandalwood oil).

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Minor constituent of sandalwood oil (~6% sesquiterpene hydrocarbons total) with no genotoxicity concern; data gap exists for standalone dermal penetration study.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beta-Santalene safe in cosmetics?

Minor constituent of sandalwood oil (~6% sesquiterpene hydrocarbons total) with no genotoxicity concern; data gap exists for standalone dermal penetration study. The EU classifies Beta-Santalene as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Beta-Santalene allowed in the EU?

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

What does Beta-Santalene do in cosmetics?

Beta-Santalene functions as: Fragrance (perfuming agent). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 511-59-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Beta-Santalene?

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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