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Fragrance

BETA-CARYOPHYLLENE

CAS 87-44-5
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A sesquiterpene from clove and black pepper used as a fragrance note. EU-declared allergen; oxidation raises sensitization risk.

Skin benefits

  • Characteristic spicy-woody scent
  • Used as flavoring and fragrance ingredient
  • Some topical anti-inflammatory evidence

Known concerns

  • EU-listed fragrance allergen (must be declared above thresholds)
  • Oxidation products increase sensitization potential
  • Skin irritant potential in leave-on use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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