4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde

INCI: 4-HYDROXY-2-METHOXYBENZALDEHYDE

CAS Number
18278-34-7 (isovanillin derivative)
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Aldehyde group may be irritating at high concentrations; ensure compliance with IFRA limits if used as fragrance

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde safe in cosmetics?

Aldehyde group may be irritating at high concentrations; ensure compliance with IFRA limits if used as fragrance The EU classifies 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde allowed in the EU?

4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde do in cosmetics?

4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 18278-34-7 (isovanillin derivative).

What is the Margin of Safety for 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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