Is Decenal safe in cosmetics?
Decenal has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Decenal
INCI: DECENAL
Decenal (CAS 3913-81-3 (trans-2-decenal) / 3913-71-1 (2-decenal, unspecified geometry)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance ingredient (aldehyde). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
3913-81-3 (trans-2-decenal) / 3913-71-1 (2-decenal, unspecified geometry)
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Function
Fragrance ingredient (aldehyde)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — FEMA GRAS; no specific CFR cosmetic restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Decenal.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Decenal.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decenal allowed in the EU?
Decenal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Decenal do in cosmetics?
Decenal functions as: Fragrance ingredient (aldehyde). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3913-81-3 (trans-2-decenal) / 3913-71-1 (2-decenal, unspecified geometry).
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