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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Relatively low toxicity profile; flammable like most ethers; requires proper ventilation during handling. Colorless clear liquid; sweet, herbal, lavender, fruity aroma; occurs naturally in Lavandin oil (Abrialis ~0.06%, Grosso ~0.05%); primarily used in fresh top-note compositions and masking odors
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Hexyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Relatively low toxicity profile; flammable like most ethers; requires proper ventilation during handling. Colorless clear liquid; sweet, herbal, lavender, fruity aroma; occurs naturally in Lavandin oil (Abrialis ~0.06%, Grosso ~0.05%); primarily used in fresh top-note compositions and masking odors The EU classifies Methyl Hexyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Hexyl Ether allowed in the EU?
Methyl Hexyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Hexyl Ether do in cosmetics?
Methyl Hexyl Ether functions as: Solvent, Perfuming (fragrance ingredient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4747-07-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Hexyl 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.
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