Skip to content

Fragrance

CINNAMOMUM CASSIA BARK

CAS 84961-46-6 Updated
45

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Cassia (Chinese cinnamon) bark, rich in cinnamaldehyde — a known EU fragrance allergen. Lovely scent but a frequent cause of contact dermatitis.

Skin benefits

  • Warm spicy fragrance
  • Antioxidant polyphenols
  • Antimicrobial action

Known concerns

  • Strong fragrance allergen — cinnamaldehyde and related compounds on EU 26 list
  • Skin sensitization (cinnamaldehyde, eugenol)
  • Possible irritation
  • Avoid on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related fragrances

45
10-HYDROXY-1,8-P-MENTHADIENE
Fragrance
 45
2,4-DIMETHYL CYCLOHEXENECARBONITRILE
Fragrance
 45
2,4-Dihydroxy-3-methylbenzaldehyde, when used as a fragrance ingredient
Fragrance
 45
2,7-DIMETHYL-10-ISOPROPYL-1-OXASPIRO-3,6-DECADIENE
Fragrance
 45
2-DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXENYL-5-METHYL-5-METHYLPROPYL-1,3-DIOXANE
Fragrance
 45
2-HEPTYLFURAN
Fragrance
 45
2-MELOZOL FORMATE
Fragrance
 45
4-METHYLPENTANE-2,3-DIONE
Fragrance

Check your shelf

Find CINNAMOMUM CASSIA BARK in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains CINNAMOMUM CASSIA BARK and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

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