Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern; typical terpenoid ester profile; potential mild skin irritation at high concentrations. Methyl ester of geranic acid - a naturally occurring compound with a fresh, fruity-floral, rose-like scent; found in essential oils of citrus and lemongrass
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Dimethyloctadienoate safe in cosmetics?
Low concern; typical terpenoid ester profile; potential mild skin irritation at high concentrations. Methyl ester of geranic acid - a naturally occurring compound with a fresh, fruity-floral, rose-like scent; found in essential oils of citrus and lemongrass The EU classifies Methyl Dimethyloctadienoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Dimethyloctadienoate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Dimethyloctadienoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Dimethyloctadienoate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Dimethyloctadienoate functions as: Fragrance / perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1189-09-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Dimethyloctadienoate?
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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