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Fragrance

METHYL-METHYLTHIOPYRAZINE

CAS 2882-20-4
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A methylthio-pyrazine giving a roasted-savory fragrance/flavor note, used at trace levels. Tolerated within RIFM caps; potent odorant with limited cosmetic safety data.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Roasted-savory fragrance/flavor note
  • Used at trace levels

Known concerns

  • Sulfur-pyrazine — potent odor and possible irritation
  • RIFM use-level caps
  • Limited published cosmetic safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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