Tetrahydrogeranial
INCI: TETRAHYDROGERANIAL (SYNONYM: DIHYDROCITRONELLAL; 3,7-DIMETHYLOCTANAL)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
IFRA restricted with max use levels per product category (e.g., 0.45% lip products, 0.14% axillae); synonym dihydrocitronellal is an EU-listed fragrance allergen requiring label declaration
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrahydrogeranial safe in cosmetics?
IFRA restricted with max use levels per product category (e.g., 0.45% lip products, 0.14% axillae); synonym dihydrocitronellal is an EU-listed fragrance allergen requiring label declaration The EU classifies Tetrahydrogeranial as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Tetrahydrogeranial allowed in the EU?
Tetrahydrogeranial EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrahydrogeranial do in cosmetics?
Tetrahydrogeranial functions as: Fragrance Ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5988-91-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrahydrogeranial?
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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