Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Methyl Acetal

INCI: FORMALDEHYDE CYCLODECYL METHYL ACETAL

CAS Number
Requires verification — methyl analogue of above; distinct CAS from ethyl variant
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)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

The methyl variant lacks its own RIFM safety assessment monograph; CPSR must justify read-across or require supplier-specific toxicological data. Not a formaldehyde releaser under normal conditions.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Methyl Acetal safe in cosmetics?

The methyl variant lacks its own RIFM safety assessment monograph; CPSR must justify read-across or require supplier-specific toxicological data. Not a formaldehyde releaser under normal conditions. The EU classifies Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Methyl Acetal as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Methyl Acetal allowed in the EU?

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

What does Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Methyl Acetal do in cosmetics?

Formaldehyde Cyclodecyl Methyl Acetal functions as: Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Requires verification — methyl analogue of above; distinct CAS from ethyl variant.

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

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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