Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione)

INCI: METHYLDIHYDROJASMONATE

CAS Number
24851-98-7 / 2630-39-9
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific restrictions; also approved for food flavoring per EU Regulation 1334/2008

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Classified as a fragrance allergen requiring mandatory label declaration in the EU; RIFM-assessed with established PNEC of 15.8 μg/L. Generally safe at IFRA-recommended levels. Commercially known as Hedione (Firmenich trade name). Powerful, diffusive, transparent jasmine-like floral scent. Used in estimated 70-80% of modern fine fragrances. Available as cis/trans mixture; the cis-isomer (Hedione HC) is considered more potent

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione) safe in cosmetics?

Classified as a fragrance allergen requiring mandatory label declaration in the EU; RIFM-assessed with established PNEC of 15.8 μg/L. Generally safe at IFRA-recommended levels. Commercially known as Hedione (Firmenich trade name). Powerful, diffusive, transparent jasmine-like floral scent. Used in estimated 70-80% of modern fine fragrances. Available as cis/trans mixture; the cis-isomer (Hedione HC) is considered more potent The EU classifies Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione) as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione) allowed in the EU?

Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione) EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione) do in cosmetics?

Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione) functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 24851-98-7 / 2630-39-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Methyldihydrojasmonate (Hedione)?

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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