Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Methyl Undecylenate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 60 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
If marketed with antifungal claims, product may be reclassified as OTC drug (US) or borderline product (EU); keep claims cosmetic to avoid regulatory reclassification
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Undecylenate safe in cosmetics?
If marketed with antifungal claims, product may be reclassified as OTC drug (US) or borderline product (EU); keep claims cosmetic to avoid regulatory reclassification The EU classifies Methyl Undecylenate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Methyl Undecylenate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Undecylenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Undecylenate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Undecylenate functions as: Skin conditioning, antimicrobial (undecylenic acid derivative — known antifungal). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-81-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Undecylenate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Methyl Undecylenate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Methyl Undecylenate is 60 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. Source: REACH.
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