Is Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine safe in cosmetics?
Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine
INCI: METHYL-METHYLTHIOPYRAZINE
Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine (CAS 67952-65-2 (isomer 2-methyl-3-(methylthio)pyrazine has CAS 2882-20-4)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance and flavoring agent - roasted/nutty/cocoa-type character. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
67952-65-2 (isomer 2-methyl-3-(methylthio)pyrazine has CAS 2882-20-4)
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Function
Fragrance and flavoring agent - roasted/nutty/cocoa-type character
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - also recognized as a flavoring substance under FDA food additive regulations; not prohibited in cosmetics
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine allowed in the EU?
Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine do in cosmetics?
Methyl-Methylthiopyrazine functions as: Fragrance and flavoring agent - roasted/nutty/cocoa-type character. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 67952-65-2 (isomer 2-methyl-3-(methylthio)pyrazine has CAS 2882-20-4).
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