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Expert Verdict
CAS verification required before formulation; farnesol read-across suggests moderate sensitization risk and potential allergen labeling requirements; limited standalone toxicological dossier available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydrofarnesol safe in cosmetics?
CAS verification required before formulation; farnesol read-across suggests moderate sensitization risk and potential allergen labeling requirements; limited standalone toxicological dossier available. The EU classifies Dihydrofarnesol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dihydrofarnesol allowed in the EU?
Dihydrofarnesol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydrofarnesol do in cosmetics?
Dihydrofarnesol functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Requires verification — likely 51411-24-6 (3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,6-dien-1-ol); CosIng lists the INCI but CAS varies by isomer.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydrofarnesol?
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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