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Fragrance

BUTYL CINNAMATE

CAS 538-65-8 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A butyl ester of cinnamic acid used as a balsamic fragrance note. Cinnamate class is a known fragrance sensitizer with cross-reactivity to cinnamal allergens.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Sweet balsamic/cinnamon fragrance note
  • Perfumery building block

Known concerns

  • Cinnamate class — known sensitizer
  • Cinnamic acid derivative with cross-reactivity to cinnamal
  • RIFM/IFRA dose limits
  • Photosensitization potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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