Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Citronellyl Formate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 800 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Skin irritant (H315); Eye irritant (H319); STOT SE 3 (H335); initial Ames positive in plate incorporation for TA100 but confirmed negative in follow-up Ames and HPRT — not considered mutagenic
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Citronellyl Formate safe in cosmetics?
Skin irritant (H315); Eye irritant (H319); STOT SE 3 (H335); initial Ames positive in plate incorporation for TA100 but confirmed negative in follow-up Ames and HPRT — not considered mutagenic The EU classifies Citronellyl Formate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Citronellyl Formate allowed in the EU?
Citronellyl Formate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Citronellyl Formate do in cosmetics?
Citronellyl Formate functions as: Fragrance / Flavoring Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 105-85-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Citronellyl Formate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Citronellyl Formate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Citronellyl Formate is 800 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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