Menthone Glycerin Acetal

INCI: MENTHONE GLYCERIN ACETAL

CAS Number
63187-91-7
Function
Refreshing/cooling agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes RIFM (Research Institute for Fragrance Materials): Safe as described (2024 assessment); IFRA compliant

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Clean safety profile with no genotoxic, phototoxic, photoallergenic, or reproductive toxicity concerns per RIFM; provides long-lasting cooling without irritation potential of pure menthol, making it a good alternative for sensitive skin formulations.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Menthone Glycerin Acetal safe in cosmetics?

Clean safety profile with no genotoxic, phototoxic, photoallergenic, or reproductive toxicity concerns per RIFM; provides long-lasting cooling without irritation potential of pure menthol, making it a good alternative for sensitive skin formulations. The EU classifies Menthone Glycerin Acetal as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Menthone Glycerin Acetal allowed in the EU?

Menthone Glycerin Acetal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Menthone Glycerin Acetal do in cosmetics?

Menthone Glycerin Acetal functions as: Refreshing/cooling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 63187-91-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Menthone Glycerin Acetal?

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.

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