Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Linalyl Formate

INCI: LINALYL FORMATE (ALSO SEEN AS LINALYLFORMATE IN SOME DATABASES)

CAS Number
115-99-1
Function
Perfuming / Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not prohibited or restricted for cosmetic use.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Simplest linalyl ester (formate); hydrolyzes to linalool and formic acid. Linalool allergen labeling obligations apply. RIFM assessment conducted covering genotoxicity, skin sensitization, and environmental safety.. Lightest of the linalyl esters; provides a fresh, green-floral top note; lower molecular weight leads to higher volatility compared to other linalyl esters.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linalyl Formate safe in cosmetics?

Simplest linalyl ester (formate); hydrolyzes to linalool and formic acid. Linalool allergen labeling obligations apply. RIFM assessment conducted covering genotoxicity, skin sensitization, and environmental safety.. Lightest of the linalyl esters; provides a fresh, green-floral top note; lower molecular weight leads to higher volatility compared to other linalyl esters. The EU classifies Linalyl Formate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Linalyl Formate allowed in the EU?

Linalyl Formate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Linalyl Formate do in cosmetics?

Linalyl Formate functions as: Perfuming / Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 115-99-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Linalyl Formate?

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.

Compliance Tools

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