5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
cis-4-(2,5,6,6-Tetramethylcyclohex-2-enyl)but-3-en-2-one; 6-Methylionone; 6-Methyl-alpha-ionone; cis-(2,6)-cis-(2(1),2(2))-alpha-Irone; alpha-Irone
What does it do?
5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone 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 5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone?
5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. cis-4-(2,5,6,6-Tetramethylcyclohex-2-enyl)but-3-en-2-one; 6-Methylionone; 6-Methyl-alpha-ionone; cis-(2,6)-cis-(2(1),2(2))-alpha-Irone; alpha-Irone
Is 5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone do in cosmetic products?
5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of 5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 5-Methyl-Alpha-Ionone is 79-69-6.
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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: 02/03/2011