Laevo-Carvyl Acetate

INCI: LAEVO-CARVYL ACETATE

CAS Number
97-42-7 (EC: 202-580-2)
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no prohibition or restriction; FEMA number 2250

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Potential mild skin sensitizer; RIFM safety assessment cleared at screening level for typical use concentrations in North America and Europe. Ester of laevo-carveol and acetic acid (C₁₂H₁₈O₂, MW 194.27); offers a sweet, herbaceous, slightly minty aroma; valued for stability and aromatic longevity in formulations compared to the parent carveol <span style="display:none"></span>

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laevo-Carvyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?

Potential mild skin sensitizer; RIFM safety assessment cleared at screening level for typical use concentrations in North America and Europe. Ester of laevo-carveol and acetic acid (C₁₂H₁₈O₂, MW 194.27); offers a sweet, herbaceous, slightly minty aroma; valued for stability and aromatic longevity in formulations compared to the parent carveol <span style="display:none"></span> The EU classifies Laevo-Carvyl Acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Laevo-Carvyl Acetate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Laevo-Carvyl Acetate do in cosmetics?

Laevo-Carvyl Acetate functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97-42-7 (EC: 202-580-2).

What is the Margin of Safety for Laevo-Carvyl Acetate?

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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