P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-Tolylpropionaldehyde; cresylpropionaldehyde
What does it do?
P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde 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
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 179). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde?
P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Tolylpropionaldehyde; cresylpropionaldehyde
Is P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde do in cosmetic products?
P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for P-Methylhydrocinnamic Aldehyde is 5406-12-2.
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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