Methyl Methylvalerate

INCI: METHYL METHYLVALERATE

CAS Number
FEMA No. 2721 (likely methyl 2-methylpentanoate)
Function
Fragrance / flavoring agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” FDA GRAS under 21 CFR 172.515; FEMA No. 2721; JECFA Flavor Number 216

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Well-established flavor and fragrance material with GRAS status and JECFA evaluation; no significant concerns.

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Concern Level: None

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methyl Methylvalerate safe in cosmetics?

Well-established flavor and fragrance material with GRAS status and JECFA evaluation; no significant concerns. The EU classifies Methyl Methylvalerate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Methyl Methylvalerate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Methyl Methylvalerate do in cosmetics?

Methyl Methylvalerate functions as: Fragrance / flavoring agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: FEMA No. 2721 (likely methyl 2-methylpentanoate).

What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Methylvalerate?

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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