Allowed in EU

Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone

A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)-3-buten-2-one; delta-Iraldeine; Isomethyl-beta-ionone; iso-Methyl-beta-ionone; Methyl-delta-ionone

What does it do?

Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Isomethyl-Beta-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 Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone?

Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)-3-buten-2-one; delta-Iraldeine; Isomethyl-beta-ionone; iso-Methyl-beta-ionone; Methyl-delta-ionone

Is Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone do in cosmetic products?

Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone is 79-89-0.

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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: 02/03/2011