Allowed in EU

Muskrat Musk

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

What is it?

Muskrat Musk is the musk obtained from the muskrat, Ondatra ziebethica

What does it do?

Muskrat Musk 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

Muskrat Musk 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 Muskrat Musk?

Muskrat Musk is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Muskrat Musk is the musk obtained from the muskrat, Ondatra ziebethica

Is Muskrat Musk allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Muskrat Musk do in cosmetic products?

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

What is the CAS number of Muskrat Musk?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Muskrat Musk is -.

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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