4-Methylbenzaldehyde
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
p-methylbenzaldehyde; p-tolualdehyde
What does it do?
4-Methylbenzaldehyde is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
4-Methylbenzaldehyde is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Methylbenzaldehyde?
4-Methylbenzaldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. p-methylbenzaldehyde; p-tolualdehyde
Is 4-Methylbenzaldehyde allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 4-Methylbenzaldehyde is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 4-Methylbenzaldehyde do in cosmetic products?
4-Methylbenzaldehyde is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of 4-Methylbenzaldehyde?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 4-Methylbenzaldehyde is 104-87-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010