Methyl Methylcyclohexenecarboxylate

INCI: METHYL METHYLCYCLOHEXENECARBOXYLATE

CAS Number
Not definitively confirmed — likely isomer of methyl 2-methyl-2-cyclohexene-1-carboxylate (structurally related to CAS 28043-10-9 assessed by RIFM)
Function
Fragrance agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific CFR prohibition

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Exact CAS uncertain — multiple positional isomers exist. A CPSR assessor must confirm the precise isomer and CAS before applying read-across.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methyl Methylcyclohexenecarboxylate safe in cosmetics?

Exact CAS uncertain — multiple positional isomers exist. A CPSR assessor must confirm the precise isomer and CAS before applying read-across. The EU classifies Methyl Methylcyclohexenecarboxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Methyl Methylcyclohexenecarboxylate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Methyl Methylcyclohexenecarboxylate do in cosmetics?

Methyl Methylcyclohexenecarboxylate functions as: Fragrance agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not definitively confirmed — likely isomer of methyl 2-methyl-2-cyclohexene-1-carboxylate (structurally related to CAS 28043-10-9 assessed by RIFM).

What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Methylcyclohexenecarboxylate?

adequate 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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