middle note floral

alpha-Damascone

Also known as: (E)-1-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2-buten-1-one

Rosy, fruity, apple, green apple, fresh

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 43052-87-5
Manufacturers Firmenich, Givaudan

About alpha-Damascone

A rose ketone isomer with a fruity, apple-like rose character. Less powerful than beta-damascone but with excellent diffusion.

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C13H20O
Molecular Weight 192.3 g/mol
Density 0.928-0.938
InChIKey GCGZDUFEEQNVPR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Acute toxicity, oralSensitization, Skin

Hazard Statements

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
Sources: PubChem