Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
β-Ionone showed some local respiratory irritation in studies; skin irritation possible at high concentrations; ionone derivatives flagged in fragrance allergen review but not ionone itself; IFRA use-level restrictions apply
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ionone safe in cosmetics?
β-Ionone showed some local respiratory irritation in studies; skin irritation possible at high concentrations; ionone derivatives flagged in fragrance allergen review but not ionone itself; IFRA use-level restrictions apply The EU classifies Ionone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ionone allowed in the EU?
Ionone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ionone do in cosmetics?
Ionone functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8013-90-9 (mixed isomers); 14901-07-6 (β-ionone); 127-41-3 (α-ionone).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ionone?
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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