Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Eugenyl Acetate. 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 | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Rapidly hydrolyzes to eugenol in hepatic microsomes. Eugenol is a known fragrance allergen with mandatory EU label declaration. Not genotoxic and not PBT; readily biodegradable.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eugenyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?
Rapidly hydrolyzes to eugenol in hepatic microsomes. Eugenol is a known fragrance allergen with mandatory EU label declaration. Not genotoxic and not PBT; readily biodegradable. The EU classifies Eugenyl Acetate as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Eugenyl Acetate allowed in the EU?
Eugenyl Acetate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Eugenyl Acetate do in cosmetics?
Eugenyl Acetate functions as: Fragrance / Masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-28-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Eugenyl Acetate?
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 Eugenyl Acetate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Eugenyl Acetate is 1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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