Skip to content

fragrance ingredient

CITRONELLYLOXY ACETALDEHYDE

CAS 7492-67-3
54

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Citronellyloxy acetaldehyde is a floral citrus fragrance with muguet and rose facets. PubChem assigns no acute GHS hazards, but citronellyl and aldehyde derivatives are common fragrance allergens with sensitization risk.

Skin benefits

  • Fresh floral citrus fragrance ingredient
  • Provides muguet and rose facets in perfumery
  • Stable in alkaline formulations compared with aldehydes

Known concerns

  • Citronellyl and aldehyde structures are known fragrance allergens
  • Possible contact sensitization in fragrance sensitive users
  • Falls under IFRA fragrance allergen disclosure framework
  • Limited standalone CIR or SCCS opinion

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related fragrance ingredients

Check your shelf

Find CITRONELLYLOXY ACETALDEHYDE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains CITRONELLYLOXY ACETALDEHYDE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.