Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate

INCI: ETHYL DIMETHYL-METHYLENECYCLOHEXENECARBOXYLATE

CAS Number
Not confirmed in major databases (likely a terpene-derived fragrance ester; verify via supplier)
Function
Perfuming
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific CFR prohibition for fragrance use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Critical data gap: no published RIFM assessment, CIR opinion, or SCCS evaluation located; the methylene-cyclohexene moiety introduces potential for autoxidation and hapten formation; requires IFRA conformity certificate and likely HRIPT or DPRA testing before CPSR inclusion.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate safe in cosmetics?

Critical data gap: no published RIFM assessment, CIR opinion, or SCCS evaluation located; the methylene-cyclohexene moiety introduces potential for autoxidation and hapten formation; requires IFRA conformity certificate and likely HRIPT or DPRA testing before CPSR inclusion. The EU classifies Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate allowed in the EU?

Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate functions as: Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed in major databases (likely a terpene-derived fragrance ester; verify via supplier).

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Dimethyl-Methylenecyclohexenecarboxylate?

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.

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