Vinyl Guaiacol

INCI: VINYL GUAIACOL (4-VINYLGUAIACOL / 2-METHOXY-4-VINYLPHENOL)

CAS Number
7786-61-0
Function
Fragrance ingredient; masking agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS as flavoring agent (FEMA 2675); permitted in cosmetics as fragrance

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Potential skin sensitizer; use-level restrictions recommended; cross-reactivity with other phenolics possible

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vinyl Guaiacol safe in cosmetics?

Potential skin sensitizer; use-level restrictions recommended; cross-reactivity with other phenolics possible The EU classifies Vinyl Guaiacol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Vinyl Guaiacol allowed in the EU?

Vinyl Guaiacol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Vinyl Guaiacol do in cosmetics?

Vinyl Guaiacol functions as: Fragrance ingredient; masking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7786-61-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Vinyl Guaiacol?

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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