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Fragrance

CARVONE

CAS 6485-40-1 / 99-49-0 / 2244-16-8
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

The minty scent of spearmint and caraway. Used as a natural-derived fragrance ingredient; declared as an EU fragrance allergen, so leave-on use can trigger sensitive skin.

Skin benefits

  • Spearmint or caraway scent profile
  • Natural occurrence in essential oils
  • Mild antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • EU-listed fragrance allergen requiring label declaration
  • Can sensitize skin, especially in leave-on products
  • SCCS Opinion confirms contact allergen status

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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