What is it?
Benzene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-2,4,6-trinitro-
What does it do?
Musk Xylene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Musk Xylene is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 96). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Musk Xylene?
Musk Xylene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3,5-dimethyl-2,4,6-trinitro-
Is Musk Xylene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Musk Xylene is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Musk Xylene do in cosmetic products?
Musk Xylene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Musk Xylene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Musk Xylene is 81-15-2.
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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