Madrox

INCI: MADROX (TRADE NAME BY GIVAUDAN; CHEMICAL NAME: 2,2,5-TRIMETHYL-5-PENTYLCYCLOPENTANONE)

CAS Number
37514-30-0
Function
Fragrance ingredient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status prohibited
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - fragrance ingredients are permitted under manufacturer safety responsibility

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Not restricted under IFRA 51st Amendment. High log P (>6) indicates low water solubility and potential for bioaccumulation, though no specific safety flags have been raised. Molecular formula C₁₄H₂₈O; molecular weight 212.37 g/mol; base note with boiling point of 249°C; vapor pressure 0.0080 hPa

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madrox safe in cosmetics?

Not restricted under IFRA 51st Amendment. High log P (>6) indicates low water solubility and potential for bioaccumulation, though no specific safety flags have been raised. Molecular formula C₁₄H₂₈O; molecular weight 212.37 g/mol; base note with boiling point of 249°C; vapor pressure 0.0080 hPa The EU classifies Madrox as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Madrox allowed in the EU?

Madrox EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Madrox do in cosmetics?

Madrox functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 37514-30-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Madrox?

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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