Fragrance
3-METHYLNON-2-ENENITRILE
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A nitrile fragrance ingredient with a violet-leaf note. Carries a stack of acute toxicity warnings (skin/eye/inhalation/swallowing) plus skin sensitization. Not appropriate for general cosmetic use.
Function
Skin benefits
- Used as a niche fragrance ingredient
Known concerns
- GHS H302 harmful if swallowed, H312 harmful in skin contact, H332 harmful if inhaled
- H317 may cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 eye irritation, H335 respiratory irritation
- H412 harmful to aquatic life
- Multi-route acute toxicity profile, unsuitable for routine cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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