4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal)
INCI: BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
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Source: ESSCA/SCCS (banned 2022)
Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU due to health hazards including acute toxicity (H301), skin irritation (H315), allergic sensitization (H317), suspected reproductive toxicity (H361), and organ damage with repeated exposure (H373). Metabolizes to 4-tert-butylbenzoic acid, which is linked to testicular toxicity in animal studies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal) safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU due to health hazards including acute toxicity (H301), skin irritation (H315), allergic sensitization (H317), suspected reproductive toxicity (H361), and organ damage with repeated exposure (H373). Metabolizes to 4-tert-butylbenzoic acid, which is linked to testicular toxicity in animal studies. The EU classifies 4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal) as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is 4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal) allowed in the EU?
4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal) EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal) do in cosmetics?
4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal) functions as: Fragrance (lily-of-the-valley note). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 18127-01-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for 4-Tert-Butyldihydrocinnamaldehyde (Bourgeonal)?
adequate 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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