Heptylidene Diacetate

INCI: HEPTYLIDENE DIACETATE

CAS Number
Verify — likely 5765-44-6 (1,1-diacetoxyheptane); not confirmed in retrieved sources
Function
Fragrance ingredient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not specifically restricted under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Data gap: no standalone dermal toxicity dossier; rely on RIFM fragrance assessment for hydrolysis products; verify CAS before CPSR filing

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heptylidene Diacetate safe in cosmetics?

Data gap: no standalone dermal toxicity dossier; rely on RIFM fragrance assessment for hydrolysis products; verify CAS before CPSR filing The EU classifies Heptylidene Diacetate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Heptylidene Diacetate allowed in the EU?

Heptylidene Diacetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Heptylidene Diacetate do in cosmetics?

Heptylidene Diacetate functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify — likely 5765-44-6 (1,1-diacetoxyheptane); not confirmed in retrieved sources.

What is the Margin of Safety for Heptylidene Diacetate?

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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