Methyl Caproate

INCI: METHYL CAPROATE

CAS Number
106-70-7
Function
Fragrance ingredient; skin conditioning (emollient)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no CFR prohibition for cosmetic use; FDA GRAS under 21 CFR 172.515 for flavoring; FEMA 2708

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Flammable liquid (GHS); UN 3272 Class 3, PG III. Fragrance use only โ€” ensure IFRA compliance at use level.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methyl Caproate safe in cosmetics?

Flammable liquid (GHS); UN 3272 Class 3, PG III. Fragrance use only โ€” ensure IFRA compliance at use level. The EU classifies Methyl Caproate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Methyl Caproate allowed in the EU?

Methyl Caproate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Methyl Caproate do in cosmetics?

Methyl Caproate functions as: Fragrance ingredient; skin conditioning (emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 106-70-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Caproate?

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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