Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited standalone safety data; assessed under RIFM/IFRA fragrance ingredient programs; should be used within IFRA recommended levels; potential skin sensitization at high concentrations (common concern for unsaturated ketones). Unsaturated diketone with a green, fruity, citrusy character; structurally related to methylheptenone but with an additional degree of unsaturation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylheptadienone safe in cosmetics?
Limited standalone safety data; assessed under RIFM/IFRA fragrance ingredient programs; should be used within IFRA recommended levels; potential skin sensitization at high concentrations (common concern for unsaturated ketones). Unsaturated diketone with a green, fruity, citrusy character; structurally related to methylheptenone but with an additional degree of unsaturation The EU classifies Methylheptadienone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methylheptadienone allowed in the EU?
Methylheptadienone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylheptadienone do in cosmetics?
Methylheptadienone functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1604-28-0 (6-methyl-3,5-heptadien-2-one, most common isomer assigned this INCI).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylheptadienone?
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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