Is Mesitylene safe in cosmetics?
Mesitylene has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Mesitylene
INCI: MESITYLENE
Mesitylene (CAS 108-67-8) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Solvent. Reported NOAEL =600 mg/kg bw/day in Rat (ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in pharmaceutical data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Solvent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Chemistry & Identifiers
IUPAC Name
1,3,5-trimethylbenzene
InChIKey
AUHZEENZYGFFBQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - not specifically prohibited or restricted; subject to general safety substantiation
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Mesitylene.
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Mesitylene. 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 | =600 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | chronic | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.
Long-term Exposure Effects
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause effects on the lungs. This may result in chronic bronchitis. The substance may have effects on the central nervous system and blood. See Notes.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
10 - 100 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Hazard classification: Restricted (Annex XVII)
Function Categories & List Membership
Regulatory List Membership (1)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Mesitylene.
Regulatory Flags
ifra_fragrance
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Mesitylene by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
7
Lowest NOAEL
100 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
600 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
ECHA_REACH_reach_study_results_dossiers_23-05-2023.zip
Chemical Function
Solvent
Degradant/impurity
Fragrance
Regulatory Lists
detected; ground_water; MN Chemical Screening
detected; drinking_water; MN Chemical Screening
detected; drinking_water; MN Chemical Screening
IFRA Transparency
air; detected; emissions; Europe; Toys and children's products
Arts and crafts/Office supplies - general arts and crafts supplies; Europe
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in pharmaceutical data.
SOURCE
ChEMBL / DrugCentral / FAERS
DB_PHARMA CAS match
Pharmaceutical Data
Same-CAS rows from the pharmaceutical spoke database.
ChEMBL ID
CHEMBL1797281
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mesitylene allowed in the EU?
Mesitylene EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mesitylene do in cosmetics?
Mesitylene functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 108-67-8.
What is the NOAEL for Mesitylene?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Mesitylene is =600 mg/kg bw/day based on a chronic study via oral route in Rat. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is Mesitylene used outside cosmetics?
Mesitylene also appears in pharmaceutical data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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