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Fragrance

2-METHYL-3-P-CRESYL-PROPIONALDEHYDE

CAS 41496-43-9 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A muguet-floral fragrance aldehyde derived from p-cresol. Trace-level use under IFRA guidance; aldehyde sensitization is the main concern.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Floral muguet-style fragrance aldehyde
  • Used at very low percentages
  • Stable in formulations

Known concerns

  • Aldehyde-class fragrance — sensitization risk
  • IFRA category restrictions likely apply
  • Cresol-derived structure raises mild irritation flag

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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