Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Aldehyde with theoretical potential for Schiff base formation with skin proteins; not flagged in SCCS allergen tables and should comply with IFRA Amendment 51 maximum use levels per product category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal safe in cosmetics?
Aldehyde with theoretical potential for Schiff base formation with skin proteins; not flagged in SCCS allergen tables and should comply with IFRA Amendment 51 maximum use levels per product category. The EU classifies Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal allowed in the EU?
Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal do in cosmetics?
Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal functions as: Fragrance ingredient (floral/green aldehyde). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 67634-15-5 (verify via CosIng).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl 2,2-Dimethylhydrocinnamal?
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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