5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal

INCI: 5-METHYL-2-PHENYL-2-HEXENAL

CAS Number
21834-92-4 (commonly known as "cocoa hexenal")
Function
Perfuming (chocolate/cocoa fragrance note)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — FEMA/RIFM assessed; also used as a flavor agent

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

α,β-Unsaturated aldehyde with structural alert for protein reactivity and sensitization; IFRA use limits apply and concentration must be controlled per IFRA Standards.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal safe in cosmetics?

α,β-Unsaturated aldehyde with structural alert for protein reactivity and sensitization; IFRA use limits apply and concentration must be controlled per IFRA Standards. The EU classifies 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal allowed in the EU?

5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal do in cosmetics?

5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal functions as: Perfuming (chocolate/cocoa fragrance note). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 21834-92-4 (commonly known as "cocoa hexenal").

What is the Margin of Safety for 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-2-Hexenal?

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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