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fragrance aldehyde

P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE

CAS 5406-12-2
52

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

p-Methylhydrocinnamic aldehyde (cyclamen aldehyde) is a green-floral fragrance aldehyde with established skin sensitization potential; IFRA limits its use in skin-applied products.

Skin benefits

  • Provides green-floral muguet fragrance note in perfumery
  • Effective at low use levels with strong odor impact

Known concerns

  • GHS H317 may cause allergic skin reaction per ECHA notifiers
  • Reactive aldehyde chemistry favors protein binding and sensitization
  • IFRA restricts use levels in skin-contact products
  • Common contributor to fragrance contact dermatitis

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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