Fragrance
MYRISTALDEHYDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Myristaldehyde — a C14 fatty aldehyde giving creamy, soapy perfumery notes; used under normal IFRA controls.
Myristaldehyde (tetradecanal, CAS 124-25-4) is a C14 saturated fatty aldehyde widely used as a fragrance ingredient contributing waxy, soapy, creamy notes characteristic of 'aldehydic' perfume compositions. Straight-chain aliphatic aldehydes are regulated by IFRA with maximum-use levels based on RIFM sensitization data; they can oxidize over time to the corresponding acid. Generally well tolerated within fragrance-use limits; like other aldehydes it contributes to fragrance-allergy risk in susceptible users.
Function
Skin benefits
- Fatty-waxy aldehydic fragrance note
- Contributes creamy/soapy character
- Used at low % in perfumery
- Well-established fragrance ingredient
Known concerns
- Aldehyde class can sensitize
- EU listed fragrance-allergen adjacent
- IFRA/RIFM-regulated use levels
- Oxidation can generate acid byproducts
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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