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Fragrance

Cinnamyl alcohol

CAS 104-54-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A fragrance ingredient with a sweet floral-cinnamon scent. Listed on the EU 26 allergens because it triggers contact dermatitis in sensitized users; oxidizes to a stronger sensitizer.

Skin benefits

  • Sweet floral fragrance note
  • Naturally occurring in cinnamon and storax

Known concerns

  • EU 26 fragrance allergens — mandatory labeling
  • Causes contact dermatitis in sensitized users
  • Can oxidize to cinnamaldehyde

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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