Methyl Nonylenate
INCI: METHYL NONYLENATE (CHEMICAL NAME: METHYL 2-NONENOATE)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
RIFM safety assessment concluded it is not expected to be genotoxic (read-across from ethyl trans-2,cis-4-decadienoate); not a skin sensitizer based on available data; structure suggests potential reactivity with skin proteins but at-use levels deemed safe. Fruity and aldehydic floral notes providing freshness and diffusion; often used as a replacer of Methyl Octine Carbonate; powerful ingredient used in small quantities; synthetic origin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Nonylenate safe in cosmetics?
RIFM safety assessment concluded it is not expected to be genotoxic (read-across from ethyl trans-2,cis-4-decadienoate); not a skin sensitizer based on available data; structure suggests potential reactivity with skin proteins but at-use levels deemed safe. Fruity and aldehydic floral notes providing freshness and diffusion; often used as a replacer of Methyl Octine Carbonate; powerful ingredient used in small quantities; synthetic origin The EU classifies Methyl Nonylenate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Nonylenate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Nonylenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Nonylenate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Nonylenate functions as: Fragrance / Perfuming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-79-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Nonylenate?
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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