METHYLHEPTADIENONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A fragrance ketone listed in EU Annex III, requiring specific concentration limits due to its potential for skin sensitization.
Methylheptadienone is a ketone-based fragrance ingredient subject to EU Annex III restrictions (ref III/178), meaning it requires maximum concentration limits in finished cosmetic products. It has been flagged for potential sensitization and must be declared on the INCI label when present above threshold levels per EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
Skin benefits
- Provides characteristic fragrance to cosmetic products
Known concerns
- EU Annex III restricted - requires concentration limits
- Potential skin sensitizer
- Must be labelled as fragrance allergen above threshold
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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