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Fragrance

HEXYLOXYACETALDEHYDE DIMETHYL ACETAL

CAS 17597-95-4 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An acetal "pro-fragrance" that slowly releases a green-floral aldehyde on the skin. Inherits the parent aldehyde's allergen profile but at smaller real-time concentrations.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Acetal-protected fragrance aldehyde
  • Slow-release green/floral note
  • More stable than free aldehyde

Known concerns

  • Hydrolyses to release the parent aldehyde — fragrance allergen class
  • Limited public safety data
  • IFRA usage limits

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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