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Fragrance

DIHYDRO-ALPHA-METHYL ALPHA-IONONE

CAS 68480-17-1
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A reduced-and-methylated ionone variant with a violet-floral aroma. PubChem has no GHS hazards on file; the broader ionone class carries IFRA allergen caveats so use stays trace-level.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Floral/violet ionone-style fragrance note
  • Stable, long-lasting in formula
  • Used at low % in fragrance compounds

Known concerns

  • Ionone family includes several IFRA-restricted allergens
  • Limited specific dermal safety data
  • Trace use only
  • Possible sensitisation in fragrance-allergic users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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