HYDROXYCITRONELLAL-INDOLE SCHIFF BASE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A Schiff base fragrance combining hydroxycitronellal and indole to create an intense floral odor with animalic undertones.
Hydroxycitronellal-Indole Schiff Base is a condensation product of hydroxycitronellal and indole, used as a fragrance ingredient with intense floral and animalic notes. Hydroxycitronellal itself is a known fragrance allergen requiring label declaration. The Schiff base formation may modify the allergenicity profile. It is not EU restricted but must be declared on the ingredient list when present above threshold.
Skin benefits
- Provides intense floral-animalic fragrance notes
Known concerns
- Hydroxycitronellal component is a known fragrance allergen
- Must be labelled on INCI list above threshold
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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