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Fragrance

2-HEXYLIDENECYCLOPENTANONE

CAS 17373-89-6 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A jasmine-like aroma chemical (a hexylidene cyclopentanone, sometimes sold as a jasmone analogue). Reactive enone group means modest sensitiser risk – suitable for trace fragrance use only.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Jasmine-like fragrance note
  • Used as Jasmone analogue

Known concerns

  • Alpha,beta-unsaturated ketone – Michael-acceptor reactivity
  • Potential skin sensitiser
  • IFRA-restricted

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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