Allowed in EU

Methyl Benzodioxepinone

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

7-Methyl-2H-benzo-1,5-dioxepin-3(4H)-one

What does it do?

Methyl Benzodioxepinone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

Methyl Benzodioxepinone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Methyl Benzodioxepinone?

Methyl Benzodioxepinone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 7-Methyl-2H-benzo-1,5-dioxepin-3(4H)-one

Is Methyl Benzodioxepinone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Methyl Benzodioxepinone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Methyl Benzodioxepinone do in cosmetic products?

Methyl Benzodioxepinone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Methyl Benzodioxepinone?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methyl Benzodioxepinone is 28940-11-6.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010