Is Pinanal safe in cosmetics?
Pinanal has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Pinanal
INCI: PINANAL
Pinanal (CAS 2704-78-1 (pinonaldehyde)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance / Masking agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Fragrance / Masking agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted by FDA; permitted as a fragrance ingredient under 21 CFR 700/720
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Pinanal.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Pinanal.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pinanal allowed in the EU?
Pinanal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pinanal do in cosmetics?
Pinanal functions as: Fragrance / Masking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2704-78-1 (pinonaldehyde).
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