Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Decanal. 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 | 20000 ppm | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 20000 ppm | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
RIFM assessment found it not genotoxic (based on read-across from heptanal). Weak skin sensitization potential with a NESIL of 3,000 µg/cm². Not photoirritating or photoallergenic based on UV/Vis spectra analysis.. Also known as Aldehyde C-10 / Capric Aldehyde / Decaldehyde. Fatty-waxy-citrus odor profile. Occurs naturally in citrus oils and other essential oils.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decanal safe in cosmetics?
RIFM assessment found it not genotoxic (based on read-across from heptanal). Weak skin sensitization potential with a NESIL of 3,000 µg/cm². Not photoirritating or photoallergenic based on UV/Vis spectra analysis.. Also known as Aldehyde C-10 / Capric Aldehyde / Decaldehyde. Fatty-waxy-citrus odor profile. Occurs naturally in citrus oils and other essential oils. The EU classifies Decanal as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Decanal allowed in the EU?
Decanal EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Decanal do in cosmetics?
Decanal functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-31-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Decanal?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Decanal?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Decanal is 20000 ppm based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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