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Fragrance

TRIDECANAL

CAS 10486-19-8
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A long-chain (C13) aldehyde with waxy/citrus/soapy character. Standard perfumery aldehyde with routine safety profile.

Tridecanal (aldehyde C13, CAS 10486-19-8) is a saturated thirteen-carbon aldehyde used in perfumery for waxy, fatty-citrus, soapy accords. RIFM/IFRA evaluated. FEMA GRAS (3082) for flavor. Pure material carries mild irritation labels; trace cosmetic use is safe. Not on EU Annex II.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Waxy-citrus-soapy fragrance note
  • Long-established perfumery ingredient

Known concerns

  • Aldehyde class caveats
  • Mild irritation neat
  • Oxidation stability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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