Is Scentenal safe in cosmetics?
Scentenal has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Scentenal
INCI: SCENTENAL [^1_8]
Scentenal (CAS 86803-90-9 [^1_7]) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Perfuming (synthetic aldehyde — metallic-green, ozonic, watery-floral. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Perfuming (synthetic aldehyde — metallic-green, ozonic, watery-floral fragrance) [^1_7][^1_9]
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted as a fragrance ingredient under general FDCA provisions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Scentenal.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Scentenal.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scentenal allowed in the EU?
Scentenal EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Scentenal do in cosmetics?
Scentenal functions as: Perfuming (synthetic aldehyde — metallic-green, ozonic, watery-floral fragrance) [^1_7][^1_9]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 86803-90-9 [^1_7].
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