Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal

INCI: PHENYLACETALDEHYDE ETHYLENEGLYCOL CYCLIC ACETAL

CAS Number
774-40-3 † (2-benzyl-1,3-dioxolane)
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; IFRA compliance standard

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Smallest cyclic acetal in the series with slightly higher dermal penetration potential than larger analogues; pH-sensitive hydrolysis below pH 4.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal safe in cosmetics?

Smallest cyclic acetal in the series with slightly higher dermal penetration potential than larger analogues; pH-sensitive hydrolysis below pH 4. The EU classifies Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal allowed in the EU?

Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal do in cosmetics?

Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 774-40-3 † (2-benzyl-1,3-dioxolane).

What is the Margin of Safety for Phenylacetaldehyde Ethyleneglycol Cyclic Acetal?

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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