Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Dihydromyrcenol. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOEL | 50 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
The defining aroma chemical of the modern masculine fresh/aquatic fragrance genre, responsible for the iconic clean-water note introduced with Davidoff Cool Water (1988). No IFRA restrictions at standard use levels; not an EU-listed allergen. Outstanding safety profile for a widely used fragrance ingredient.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydromyrcenol safe in cosmetics?
The defining aroma chemical of the modern masculine fresh/aquatic fragrance genre, responsible for the iconic clean-water note introduced with Davidoff Cool Water (1988). No IFRA restrictions at standard use levels; not an EU-listed allergen. Outstanding safety profile for a widely used fragrance ingredient. The EU classifies Dihydromyrcenol as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Dihydromyrcenol allowed in the EU?
Dihydromyrcenol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydromyrcenol do in cosmetics?
Dihydromyrcenol functions as: Fragrance; aroma chemical; fresh/clean note. It is classified as a Fragrance in our database. CAS number: 18479-58-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydromyrcenol?
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 Dihydromyrcenol?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Dihydromyrcenol is 50 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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