Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
NOT a cosmetic ingredient — no safety dossier exists; methylquinoline derivatives may have mutagenic/carcinogenic potential; no INCI listing; not suitable for cosmetic formulation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline safe in cosmetics?
NOT a cosmetic ingredient — no safety dossier exists; methylquinoline derivatives may have mutagenic/carcinogenic potential; no INCI listing; not suitable for cosmetic formulation The EU classifies Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline allowed in the EU?
Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline do in cosmetics?
Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline functions as: No established cosmetic function; chemical intermediate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91-61-2 (5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline most common isomer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrahydro-6-methylquinoline?
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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