L-Carvyl Propionate

INCI: L-CARVYL PROPIONATE

CAS Number
97-45-0 listed for carvyl propionate (±) - the L-enantiomer may share this CAS or have a distinct registry number; confirm against PCPC dictionary for the stereospecific entry
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No restriction across all 11 IFRA product categories

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No significant safety concerns identified at typical fragrance use levels; unrestricted by IFRA across all application categories. Terpene ester (propionate ester of L-carvol); spearmint/herbal/slightly fruity character; used as a modifier in fragrance compositions

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is L-Carvyl Propionate safe in cosmetics?

No significant safety concerns identified at typical fragrance use levels; unrestricted by IFRA across all application categories. Terpene ester (propionate ester of L-carvol); spearmint/herbal/slightly fruity character; used as a modifier in fragrance compositions The EU classifies L-Carvyl Propionate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is L-Carvyl Propionate allowed in the EU?

L-Carvyl Propionate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does L-Carvyl Propionate do in cosmetics?

L-Carvyl Propionate functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97-45-0 listed for carvyl propionate (±) - the L-enantiomer may share this CAS or have a distinct registry number; confirm against PCPC dictionary for the stereospecific entry.

What is the Margin of Safety for L-Carvyl Propionate?

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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