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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Structural analog estragole is classified GHS Mutagen Cat. 2, Carcinogen Cat. 2; SCCS Opinion on estragole flagged genotoxic potential via 1-hydroxylation pathway; this compound shares the allyl ether pharmacophore; QSAR/read-across strongly recommended; compound-specific genotoxicity data required before use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is O-Allyloxyanisole safe in cosmetics?
Structural analog estragole is classified GHS Mutagen Cat. 2, Carcinogen Cat. 2; SCCS Opinion on estragole flagged genotoxic potential via 1-hydroxylation pathway; this compound shares the allyl ether pharmacophore; QSAR/read-across strongly recommended; compound-specific genotoxicity data required before use. The EU classifies O-Allyloxyanisole as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is O-Allyloxyanisole allowed in the EU?
O-Allyloxyanisole EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does O-Allyloxyanisole do in cosmetics?
O-Allyloxyanisole functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1516-12-3 (2-(allyloxy)anisole / 1-methoxy-2-(prop-2-en-1-yloxy)benzene).
What is the Margin of Safety for O-Allyloxyanisole?
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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