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Halogenated aldehyde (fragrance intermediate)

BROMOCINNAMAL

CAS 5443-49-2
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

Bromocinnamal is a brominated cinnamaldehyde used as a fragrance or chemical intermediate. It is irritating to skin, eyes, and airways, harmful if swallowed, and not suited to leave-on cosmetics.

Skin benefits

  • Used historically as a fragrance and flavour intermediate
  • Provides a characteristic cinnamon-warm aroma in trace formulation work

Known concerns

  • GHS H302 harmful if swallowed
  • GHS H315 skin irritation and H319 serious eye irritation
  • GHS H335 respiratory irritation
  • Halogenated cinnamaldehyde class is prone to sensitisation
  • Not appropriate as a leave-on cosmetic ingredient

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.