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Fragrance

TETRAMETHYLHEXANAL

CAS 68391-29-7
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A branched aldehyde used as a perfumery note. Reactive carbonyl can sensitise; treat with standard fragrance-allergen caution.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Aldehyde fragrance note

Known concerns

  • Aldehyde reactivity — sensitiser potential
  • Limited cosmetic safety dossier
  • Fragrance allergen baseline

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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