Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
3 study endpoints found for Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether. 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 | 2000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 125 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 250 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Moderate concern - 2-methoxynaphthalene has been flagged in some toxicological reviews; potential skin sensitization; IFRA restricts concentrations in certain product categories. Also known as 2-methoxynaphthalene; floral, sweet, orange-blossom-like odor; fragrance family: floral ; solid crystalline at room temperature; widely used classic fragrance material
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Moderate concern - 2-methoxynaphthalene has been flagged in some toxicological reviews; potential skin sensitization; IFRA restricts concentrations in certain product categories. Also known as 2-methoxynaphthalene; floral, sweet, orange-blossom-like odor; fragrance family: floral ; solid crystalline at room temperature; widely used classic fragrance material The EU classifies Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether allowed in the EU?
Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether do in cosmetics?
Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-04-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Methyl Beta-Naphthyl Ether is 2000 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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