Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
6 study endpoints found for Linalyl Acetate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 250 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | rat | dermal | REACH |
| NOAEL | 160 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 250 mg/kg bw/day | dermal | - | dermal | REACH |
| NOAEL | 117 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 200 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 200 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Expert Verdict
Major lavender constituent with low risk when fresh but oxidizes to potent contact allergens; newly individually declarable as EU allergen under EU 2023/1545 requiring separate declaration and label updates from July 2026; included in IFRA 51st Amendment restrictions.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Linalyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?
Major lavender constituent with low risk when fresh but oxidizes to potent contact allergens; newly individually declarable as EU allergen under EU 2023/1545 requiring separate declaration and label updates from July 2026; included in IFRA 51st Amendment restrictions. The EU classifies Linalyl Acetate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 6 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Linalyl Acetate allowed in the EU?
Linalyl Acetate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.001% (leave-on) / 0.01% (rinse-off) - declarable allergen under EU 2023/1545. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Linalyl Acetate do in cosmetics?
Linalyl Acetate functions as: fragrance. It is classified as a Fragrance in our database. CAS number: 115-95-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Linalyl Acetate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Linalyl Acetate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Linalyl Acetate is 250 mg/kg bw/day based on a dermal study via dermal route in rat. A total of 6 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
Is Linalyl Acetate classified as hazardous under GHS?
Linalyl Acetate carries a GHS signal word of "WARNING". Hazard statements: Combustible liquid Causes eye irritation Toxic to aquatic life. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance — at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.
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