Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
🔴 Critical: Derived from civet cat perineal gland secretion — major animal cruelty concerns. CITES Appendix III listed species. IFRA has strict guidelines. Most brands have switched to synthetic civetone/civet musks. Regulatory risk is escalating. Not recommended for new formulations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Viverra Civetta safe in cosmetics?
🔴 Critical: Derived from civet cat perineal gland secretion — major animal cruelty concerns. CITES Appendix III listed species. IFRA has strict guidelines. Most brands have switched to synthetic civetone/civet musks. Regulatory risk is escalating. Not recommended for new formulations The EU classifies Viverra Civetta as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Viverra Civetta allowed in the EU?
Viverra Civetta EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Viverra Civetta do in cosmetics?
Viverra Civetta functions as: Fragrance (musk-like), masking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68916-26-7 (civet absolute).
What is the Margin of Safety for Viverra Civetta?
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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