Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether

INCI: RESORCINOL DIMETHYL ETHER

CAS Number
151-10-0 (1,3-dimethoxybenzene)
Function
Perfuming / fragrance agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS for flavor use (FEMA); permitted in cosmetics as fragrance ingredient

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Note: This is 1,3-dimethoxybenzene, NOT the same as orcinol dimethyl ether (3,5-dimethoxytoluene, CAS 4179-19-5) despite some supplier confusion . Ensure correct CAS on CoA. Standard fragrance allergen labeling rules apply under EU 2023/1545.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether safe in cosmetics?

Note: This is 1,3-dimethoxybenzene, NOT the same as orcinol dimethyl ether (3,5-dimethoxytoluene, CAS 4179-19-5) despite some supplier confusion . Ensure correct CAS on CoA. Standard fragrance allergen labeling rules apply under EU 2023/1545. The EU classifies Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether allowed in the EU?

Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether do in cosmetics?

Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether functions as: Perfuming / fragrance agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 151-10-0 (1,3-dimethoxybenzene).

What is the Margin of Safety for Resorcinol Dimethyl Ether?

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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