Is gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile safe in cosmetics?
gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile
INCI: GAMMA-METHYLBENZENEHEXANENITRILE
gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile (CAS Requires verification — not widely catalogued in public databases) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance (aromatic nitrile). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Requires verification — not widely catalogued in public databases
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Function
Fragrance (aromatic nitrile)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Presumed permitted as fragrance under 21 CFR 700.3(e)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
Is gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile allowed in the EU?
gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile do in cosmetics?
gamma-Methylbenzenehexanenitrile functions as: Fragrance (aromatic nitrile). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Requires verification — not widely catalogued in public databases.
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