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Expert Verdict
Potential skin sensitizer at high concentrations; IFRA restricts use levels in certain product categories. Floral, gardenia-like scent profile; widely used in perfumery; good blending characteristics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylbenzyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?
Potential skin sensitizer at high concentrations; IFRA restricts use levels in certain product categories. Floral, gardenia-like scent profile; widely used in perfumery; good blending characteristics The EU classifies Methylbenzyl Acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methylbenzyl Acetate allowed in the EU?
Methylbenzyl Acetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylbenzyl Acetate do in cosmetics?
Methylbenzyl Acetate functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-92-5 (α-methylbenzyl acetate / 1-phenylethyl acetate - most common isomer used in fragrance).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylbenzyl Acetate?
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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