Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential skin sensitizer at high concentrations (typical of terpene alcohols); RIFM safety assessment available; IFRA recommends use within specified concentration limits. Unsaturated monocyclic monoterpenoid alcohol (C₁₀H₁₆O, MW 152.24); naturally found in spearmint and caraway essential oils; the levo-enantiomer has a specific minty-herbaceous odor profile
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laevo Carveol safe in cosmetics?
Potential skin sensitizer at high concentrations (typical of terpene alcohols); RIFM safety assessment available; IFRA recommends use within specified concentration limits. Unsaturated monocyclic monoterpenoid alcohol (C₁₀H₁₆O, MW 152.24); naturally found in spearmint and caraway essential oils; the levo-enantiomer has a specific minty-herbaceous odor profile The EU classifies Laevo Carveol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Laevo Carveol allowed in the EU?
Laevo Carveol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Laevo Carveol do in cosmetics?
Laevo Carveol functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2102-59-2 (levo-isomer specific); racemic carveol is 99-48-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Laevo Carveol?
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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