Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate
INCI: METHYL HEXYL CYCLOPENTANONE CARBOXYLATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate. 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 | >=100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Generally considered safe; does not meet GHS hazard criteria per 92.3% of ECHA notifications; RIFM safety-assessed. Jasmine-like floral scent profile (dihydrojasmonate); widely used in fine fragrance and functional perfumery; found in over 100 consumer products
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate safe in cosmetics?
Generally considered safe; does not meet GHS hazard criteria per 92.3% of ECHA notifications; RIFM safety-assessed. Jasmine-like floral scent profile (dihydrojasmonate); widely used in fine fragrance and functional perfumery; found in over 100 consumer products The EU classifies Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 37172-53-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate?
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 Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Methyl Hexyl Cyclopentanone Carboxylate is >=100 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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