Rhodinyl Formate

INCI: RHODINYL FORMATE

CAS Number
141-09-3
Function
Fragrance (perfuming) — floral, rose-geranium type odor
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS for flavoring (FEMA 2984); permitted in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Formate ester hydrolysis may contribute to local irritation; smallest molecular weight in the rhodinyl ester series = potentially faster dermal penetration; citronellol allergen contribution applies

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhodinyl Formate safe in cosmetics?

Formate ester hydrolysis may contribute to local irritation; smallest molecular weight in the rhodinyl ester series = potentially faster dermal penetration; citronellol allergen contribution applies The EU classifies Rhodinyl Formate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Rhodinyl Formate allowed in the EU?

Rhodinyl Formate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Rhodinyl Formate do in cosmetics?

Rhodinyl Formate functions as: Fragrance (perfuming) — floral, rose-geranium type odor. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 141-09-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Rhodinyl Formate?

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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