Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Lower environmental persistence than larger macrocyclic musks; potential skin sensitization at high concentrations; IFRA-regulated. A C₁₄ macrocyclic ketone with a musky odor; less commonly used than C₁₅/C₁₆ macrocyclic musks. The 13-membered ring gives a somewhat different musk quality than muscone's 15-membered ring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylcyclotridecanone safe in cosmetics?
Lower environmental persistence than larger macrocyclic musks; potential skin sensitization at high concentrations; IFRA-regulated. A C₁₄ macrocyclic ketone with a musky odor; less commonly used than C₁₅/C₁₆ macrocyclic musks. The 13-membered ring gives a somewhat different musk quality than muscone's 15-membered ring. The EU classifies Methylcyclotridecanone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methylcyclotridecanone allowed in the EU?
Methylcyclotridecanone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylcyclotridecanone do in cosmetics?
Methylcyclotridecanone functions as: Fragrance (macrocyclic musk - smaller ring than muscone). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 832-17-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylcyclotridecanone?
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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