Allowed in EU

Lauraldehyde

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

What is it?

Lauryl aldehyde

What does it do?

Lauraldehyde is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

EU regulatory status

Lauraldehyde 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 Lauraldehyde?

Lauraldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lauryl aldehyde

Is Lauraldehyde allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Lauraldehyde is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Lauraldehyde do in cosmetic products?

Lauraldehyde is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.

What is the CAS number of Lauraldehyde?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauraldehyde is 112-54-9.

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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