trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️

INCI: 2-METHYLPENT-2-ENOIC ACID

CAS Number
16957-70-3
Function
Perfuming / Fragrance ingredient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted as fragrance

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

STRUCTURAL ALERT: α,β-unsaturated carbonyl moiety is a recognized Michael acceptor — a structural alert for skin sensitization in OECD Toolbox and Toxtree. This doesn't mean it *is* a sensitizer, but it requires RIFM DST confirmation. Verify IFRA compliance for your product categories

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️ safe in cosmetics?

STRUCTURAL ALERT: α,β-unsaturated carbonyl moiety is a recognized Michael acceptor — a structural alert for skin sensitization in OECD Toolbox and Toxtree. This doesn't mean it *is* a sensitizer, but it requires RIFM DST confirmation. Verify IFRA compliance for your product categories The EU classifies trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️ as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️ allowed in the EU?

trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️ EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️ do in cosmetics?

trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️ functions as: Perfuming / Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16957-70-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for trans-2-Methylpent-2-enoic Acid ⚠️?

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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