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Fragrance

METHYLPHENOXY-ACETALDEHYDE

CAS 67845-46-9
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A phenoxy aldehyde giving a hyacinth-floral note. Aldehydes are well-known fragrance sensitizers, so it is capped under IFRA and used only at low percentages.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Hyacinth-floral fragrance aldehyde
  • Used at low % in fine fragrance
  • Stable processing aid

Known concerns

  • Aldehydes are recognized fragrance sensitizers
  • Possible eye and skin irritation
  • Limit per IFRA in leave-on

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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