Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern; may cause mild skin irritation at high concentrations; generally recognized as safe at typical fragrance/flavor levels. Fruity ester with an apple/rum-like aroma; volatile; commonly used in flavor and fragrance compositions at low concentrations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Isovalerate safe in cosmetics?
Low concern; may cause mild skin irritation at high concentrations; generally recognized as safe at typical fragrance/flavor levels. Fruity ester with an apple/rum-like aroma; volatile; commonly used in flavor and fragrance compositions at low concentrations The EU classifies Methyl Isovalerate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Isovalerate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Isovalerate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Isovalerate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Isovalerate functions as: Fragrance, flavoring agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 556-24-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Isovalerate?
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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