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Expert Verdict
Aldehyde fragrance with skin and eye irritant potential (R36/38); aldehyde class carries inherent sensitization risk through Schiff base formation with skin proteins; requires IFRA compliance verification and consideration of QRA2 or direct testing prior to CPSR approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Geranyloxyacetaldehyde safe in cosmetics?
Aldehyde fragrance with skin and eye irritant potential (R36/38); aldehyde class carries inherent sensitization risk through Schiff base formation with skin proteins; requires IFRA compliance verification and consideration of QRA2 or direct testing prior to CPSR approval. The EU classifies Geranyloxyacetaldehyde as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Geranyloxyacetaldehyde allowed in the EU?
Geranyloxyacetaldehyde EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Geranyloxyacetaldehyde do in cosmetics?
Geranyloxyacetaldehyde functions as: Fragrance ingredient (aldehyde). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 65405-73-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Geranyloxyacetaldehyde?
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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