DELTA-DAMASCONE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A fragrance component restricted in the EU Annex III list due to its classification as a skin sensitizer.
Delta-damascone is a ketone component found in rose oils and is used as a fragrance ingredient to impart fruity-rose notes. It appears in EU Annex III with reference 161, indicating specific restrictions on its concentration in cosmetic products due to its allergenic potential. The SCCS has evaluated damascones and established safe concentration limits for fragrance use. Contact allergy has been documented in dermatological literature.
Known concerns
- EU Annex III/161 restriction for fragrance allergen
- Contact sensitization potential
- Allergenic at certain concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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