Is 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde safe in cosmetics?
4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde
INCI: 4-HYDROXY-2-METHOXYBENZALDEHYDE
4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde (CAS 18278-34-7 (isovanillin derivative)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted for cosmetic use
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for 4-Hydroxy-2-Methoxybenzaldehyde.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
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