Anethole
INCI: ANETHOLE
CAS 4180-23-8 EC 203-205-5
Benzene, 1-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl)-
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Benzene, 1-methoxy-4-(1-propenyl)-
Purpose
Function
fragrance, masking, antimicrobial
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration0.001% leave-on / 0.01% rinse-off (labeling threshold)
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationmoderate
MoSnot established
NOAEL240 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Flags
fragrance_allergeneu_annex_iiilabeling_requiredsensitizeranise_derivedifra_fragrancefda_food_additive
Verdict
Caution: Restricted in EU with concentration limits; moderate sensitization potential requires careful formulation and labeling compliance.
US Note
Permitted as fragrance ingredient; subject to FDA fragrance safety guidelines; generally recognized as safe at normal use levels
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