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DAMASCENONE

CAS 23696-85-7/ 23726-93-4 (beta-)
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Damascenone is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Damascenone (CAS 23696-85-7; beta isomer CAS 23726-93-4) is a rose ketone (also called Rose Ketones in EU labelling terminology) used extensively in fine fragrance. It is listed in EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III under the 'Rose Ketones' designation for ingredient labelling purposes. It is not banned but must be declared as a fragrance allergen in the ingredients list when present above 100 ppm in leave-on products (0.01% threshold per Annex III/138). IFRA/RIFM assessments indicate safe use with mild sensitisation potential at high concentrations; industry guidelines govern maximum use levels.

Skin benefits

  • Provides characteristic rose fragrance
  • Widely used in fine fragrances
  • Natural rose scent alternative

Known concerns

  • Fragrance allergen declaration required above 0.01% in leave-on products
  • Mild skin sensitisation potential at high concentrations
  • IFRA guidelines specify maximum use levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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