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Expert Verdict
Potential skin sensitizer at high concentrations; general fragrance allergen risk per SCCS guidelines. Aromatic ketone with a methoxy substituent on the phenyl ring. The 4'-isomer (p-acetylanisole) has a characteristic sweet, hawthorn/anise-like scent widely used in perfumery
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxyacetophenone safe in cosmetics?
Potential skin sensitizer at high concentrations; general fragrance allergen risk per SCCS guidelines. Aromatic ketone with a methoxy substituent on the phenyl ring. The 4'-isomer (p-acetylanisole) has a characteristic sweet, hawthorn/anise-like scent widely used in perfumery The EU classifies Methoxyacetophenone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methoxyacetophenone allowed in the EU?
Methoxyacetophenone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxyacetophenone do in cosmetics?
Methoxyacetophenone functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Multiple isomers exist - 2'-methoxyacetophenone is CAS 579-74-8 (confirmed via PubChem); 4'-methoxyacetophenone (p-acetylanisole) is CAS 100-06-1. The INCI name in CosIng may encompass the predominant isomer - verify with CosIng for the exact CAS assignment.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methoxyacetophenone?
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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