MUSK XYLENE
MUSK XYLENE
Musk xylene is a synthetic chemical compound used as a fragrance in cosmetic formulations. It provides a musky olfactory note to products.
PerfumingRestricted useSuspected CMR
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| Classification CLP harmonisée (ECHA, Annexe VI Règl. 1272/2008) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:29 GMT | Cancérogène — suspecté |
| ECHA — Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) — maj Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:03:10 GMT | Identified as SVHC on the basis of PBT / vPvB (persistence, bioaccumulation) — Candidate list since October 28, 2008 |
| ECHA — Authorisation List (REACH Annex XIV) — maj Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:43:26 GMT | Subject to authorisation (REACH Annex XIV) — sunset date August 21, 2014 · latest application February 21, 2013 |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Permitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — max (a) 1.0% in fine fragrance (b) 0.4% in eau de toilette (c) 0.03% in other products in All cosmetic products, with the exception of oral products Note: 'Due to environmental concerns, musk xylene is included in the authorisation list (Annex IV) of REACH. Musk xylene cannot be placed on the market or used unless authorisation has been granted under REACH’ |
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