Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal

INCI: FORMALDEHYDE CYCLODECYL ETHYL ACETAL

CAS Number
Requires verification — distinct from cyclododecyl variant (CAS 58567-11-6)
Function
Perfuming
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — fragrance ingredient; not restricted under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Despite formaldehyde in the name, this is an acetal that does not release free formaldehyde under normal use. Comedogenicity rating 1/5. Read-across from CAS 58567-11-6 data is supportable but must be explicitly justified in CPSR. Potential skin irritation, allergic reactions, and contact dermatitis reported for the class.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal safe in cosmetics?

Despite formaldehyde in the name, this is an acetal that does not release free formaldehyde under normal use. Comedogenicity rating 1/5. Read-across from CAS 58567-11-6 data is supportable but must be explicitly justified in CPSR. Potential skin irritation, allergic reactions, and contact dermatitis reported for the class. The EU classifies Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal allowed in the EU?

Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal do in cosmetics?

Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal functions as: Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Requires verification — distinct from cyclododecyl variant (CAS 58567-11-6).

What is the Margin of Safety for Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Ethyl Acetal?

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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