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2-METHOXY-3-METHYLPYRAZINE

CAS 2847-30-5
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

2-METHOXY-3-METHYLPYRAZINE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

2-Methoxy-3-methylpyrazine is a pyrazine derivative with powerful roasted, nutty, vegetable-like odor characteristics, used in both flavor and fragrance applications. It is subject to IFRA guidelines and EU labeling requirements as a known fragrance allergen in some classifications. It is not listed in EU cosmetic regulation Annexes II or III. Typical use levels are very low (<0.01%).

Known concerns

  • Fragrance allergen (IFRA labeling requirement)
  • Very low use threshold

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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