1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene

24

Avoid

CAS Number: 93-15-2

About 1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene

1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Detailed Analysis

1,2-Dimethoxy-4-(2-propenyl)-benzene (Methyleugenol) is a phenylpropanoid closely related to eugenol (clove oil component). It carries H350 (carcinogen concern), H341 (mutagenicity), and H302/H317/H320 hazard classifications. The EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III lists specific concentration limits for methyleugenol: 0.01% in oral products, 0.004% in body care, 0.002% in facial care, 0.0002% in lip products, and 0.001% in rinse-off products. It is also listed as an IFRA-restricted fragrance material due to carcinogenic concern.

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Suspected carcinogen (H350)
  • ⚠ Suspected mutagen (H341)
  • ⚠ Skin sensitizer (H317)
  • ⚠ Acute oral toxicity (H302)
  • ⚠ EU Annex III concentration restrictions apply

Safety Score

24

Avoid

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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