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Fragrance

VANILLIN

CAS 121-33-5 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

The main aromatic compound in vanilla. Widely used as a fragrance and flavor at very low percentages. EU lists it among the 80+ fragrance allergens needing label declaration.

Skin benefits

  • Sweet vanilla scent at low %
  • Antioxidant activity
  • Mild antimicrobial

Known concerns

  • EU-listed fragrance allergen requiring declaration above thresholds
  • Can sensitize fragrance-allergic skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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