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CUMINYL ACETATE

CAS 59230-57-8
52

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An aromatic ester derived from cumin alcohol providing a warm, spicy, aromatic scent; listed on EU Annex III as a fragrance allergen requiring declaration on cosmetic labels.

Cuminyl acetate (p-mentha-1,8-dien-7-yl acetate; also called pulegyl acetate or perilla acetate depending on isomer) is an aromatic sesquiterpene acetate associated with the characteristic warm, spicy note of cumin and perilla oils. Several isomers are listed in EU Annex III as fragrance allergens subject to mandatory labeling above 0.001% in leave-on products. Its sensitizing potential is well-documented in dermatological literature, warranting careful concentration control.

Skin benefits

  • Warm spicy fragrance component

Known concerns

  • EU Annex III fragrance allergen
  • Documented skin sensitizer
  • Mandatory label declaration required

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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