Amyl Cinnamal
INCI: AMYL CINNAMAL
CAS 122-40-7 EC 204-541-5
2-Benzylideneheptanal
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
2-Benzylideneheptanal
Purpose
Function
Fragrance
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
EU Max ConcentrationMandatory labeling in leave-on products at >0.001%; rinse-off >0.01%
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationhigh
MoSnot established
NOAEL100 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Flags
fragrance-allergeneu-annex-iiifm-ipatch-test-standardmandatory-labeleu_children_restrictedifra_fragrancefda_food_additiveeu_cosing_listed
Verdict
One of the eight fragrance allergens in Fragrance Mix I (FM I) used in standard patch testing. EU Annex III listed; mandatory labeling in leave-on cosmetics above 0.001% and rinse-off above 0.01%. Sensitization potential confirmed; concentration management per IFRA standards is the primary risk-mitigation strategy.
US Note
IFRA standard restricts use level by product category; fragrance industry QRA2 framework applies
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