Fragrance
2,3-DIHYDRO-2,2,6-TRIMETHYLBENZALDEHYDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Safranal — the characteristic aroma compound of saffron. Natural alpha,beta-unsaturated aldehyde with Michael-acceptor structural alert.
Under CAS 116-26-7, this material corresponds to safranal (2,6,6-trimethyl-1,3-cyclohexadien-1-carboxaldehyde), the principal aroma compound of saffron. FEMA GRAS (3389) as flavor; naturally present in Crocus sativus. Chemically it is an alpha,beta-unsaturated aldehyde, which is a structural alert for Michael-acceptor reactivity and sensitization. Some in vitro genotoxicity signals exist at high concentrations. RIFM/IFRA evaluated. Not on EU Annex II.
Function
Skin benefits
- Saffron aroma character
- Naturally sourced from saffron
Known concerns
- Michael-acceptor sensitization alert
- In vitro genotoxicity signals at high dose
- Oxidation stability
- Dermal clinical data limited
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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