Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin/eye irritant (Skin Irrit. 2, Eye Irrit. 2); respiratory irritant (STOT SE 3); concentration limits apply per IFRA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is trans-2-Octenal safe in cosmetics?
Skin/eye irritant (Skin Irrit. 2, Eye Irrit. 2); respiratory irritant (STOT SE 3); concentration limits apply per IFRA The EU classifies trans-2-Octenal as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is trans-2-Octenal allowed in the EU?
trans-2-Octenal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does trans-2-Octenal do in cosmetics?
trans-2-Octenal functions as: Fragrance ingredient (green, fatty, herbaceous aldehyde). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2548-87-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for trans-2-Octenal?
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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