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Fragrance

4-METHYL-4-PHENYL-2-PENTANONE

CAS 7403-42-1
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A synthetic aromatic ketone used as a floral-woody fragrance note. Limited cosmetic-specific safety data; treated as a standard fragrance allergen and used only at trace levels.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Floral-woody fragrance ketone
  • Stable across pH
  • Used only at trace levels

Known concerns

  • Aromatic ketone may sensitize sensitive skin
  • Limited cosmetic-specific data
  • Treat as standard fragrance allergen

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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