3,4-DIHYDRO-6-METHYLNAPHTHALENONE

40

Caution

CAS Number: 51015-29-3

About 3,4-DIHYDRO-6-METHYLNAPHTHALENONE

3,4-DIHYDRO-6-METHYLNAPHTHALENONE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Detailed Analysis

3,4-Dihydro-6-methylnaphthalenone is the 6-methyl positional isomer of the naphthalenone tetralone series. It carries GHS hazard statements H302 (harmful if swallowed) and H319 (serious eye irritation). Like other tetralone derivatives, the conjugated ketone system provides reactivity that can lead to skin and eye irritation.

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ GHS: H302 acute oral toxicity, H319 serious eye irritant
  • ⚠ Reactive conjugated ketone system with sensitization structural alert
  • ⚠ Limited safety data for topical cosmetic use

Safety Score

40

Caution

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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