Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate
INCI: METHYL METHYLPENTYLIDENE-AMINOBENZOATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Schiff base hydrolysis may release 2-methylpentanal and methyl anthranilate on the skin or in formulation. Both hydrolysis products require independent assessment. Methyl anthranilate is phototoxic under certain conditions. EU SCCS flags Schiff bases as requiring assessment of both the intact molecule and its breakdown products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate safe in cosmetics?
Schiff base hydrolysis may release 2-methylpentanal and methyl anthranilate on the skin or in formulation. Both hydrolysis products require independent assessment. Methyl anthranilate is phototoxic under certain conditions. EU SCCS flags Schiff bases as requiring assessment of both the intact molecule and its breakdown products. The EU classifies Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate functions as: Fragrance agent; Schiff base (reaction product of an aldehyde + methyl anthranilate). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 50607-64-2 (methyl 2-[(2-methylpentylidene)amino]benzoate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Methylpentylidene-Aminobenzoate?
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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