Methoxyindane

INCI: METHOXYINDANE

CAS Number
1006-27-5
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific prohibition; not CIR-reviewed as a standalone monograph

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Low concern; IFRA places no restrictions across all 12 product categories. Floral, earthy, anisic, rose odor profile; molecular formula C₁₀H₁₂O

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methoxyindane safe in cosmetics?

Low concern; IFRA places no restrictions across all 12 product categories. Floral, earthy, anisic, rose odor profile; molecular formula C₁₀H₁₂O The EU classifies Methoxyindane as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Methoxyindane allowed in the EU?

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

What does Methoxyindane do in cosmetics?

Methoxyindane functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1006-27-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Methoxyindane?

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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