Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Firmenich proprietary ingredient; low acute toxicity, non-bioaccumulative; stable in alkaline media [^1_7][^1_10]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scentenal safe in cosmetics?
Firmenich proprietary ingredient; low acute toxicity, non-bioaccumulative; stable in alkaline media [^1_7][^1_10] The EU classifies Scentenal as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Scentenal allowed in the EU?
Scentenal EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Scentenal do in cosmetics?
Scentenal functions as: Perfuming (synthetic aldehyde — metallic-green, ozonic, watery-floral fragrance) [^1_7][^1_9]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 86803-90-9 [^1_7].
What is the Margin of Safety for Scentenal?
adequate 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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