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Fragrance

3-METHYLNON-2-ENENITRILE

CAS 53153-66-5
28

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A nitrile fragrance ingredient with a violet-leaf note. Carries a stack of acute toxicity warnings (skin/eye/inhalation/swallowing) plus skin sensitization. Not appropriate for general cosmetic use.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Used as a niche fragrance ingredient

Known concerns

  • GHS H302 harmful if swallowed, H312 harmful in skin contact, H332 harmful if inhaled
  • H317 may cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319 eye irritation, H335 respiratory irritation
  • H412 harmful to aquatic life
  • Multi-route acute toxicity profile, unsuitable for routine cosmetic use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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