P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE
P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE is permitted in cosmetics in the EU with restrictions — Annex III, entry 179 of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. Review the conditions of use, permitted concentration and Safety Gate alerts.
Regulatory status as of 2026-08-28 (per the CosIng database).
About the ingredient
3-Tolylpropionaldehyde; cresylpropionaldehyde
EU regulatory status
Annex of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: III/179
Source: the European Commission's official CosIng database and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council on cosmetic products. How we assess ingredients — full methodology.
- View the entry in the CosIng database (European Commission)
- Open Regulation 1223/2009 in EUR-Lex
- Check the chemical profile in PubChem
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Functions in cosmetics
Frequently asked questions
Is P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE safe in cosmetics?
P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE is permitted in cosmetics in the EU, but subject to the conditions set out in Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 — typically a maximum concentration, product category or a mandatory warning on the packaging. Manufacturers must comply with these limits.
In which annex of Regulation 1223/2009 is P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE listed?
P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE is listed under reference III/179 in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products. The first part (Roman numeral) indicates the annex: II – prohibited substances, III – substances restricted by conditions, IV – permitted colorants, V – permitted preservatives, VI – permitted UV filters.
What functions does P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE perform in cosmetics?
According to the European Commission's CosIng database, P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE performs the following functions in cosmetics: PERFUMING. Functions are defined in the CosIng glossary and describe the technological role of a substance in the finished product.
Are there Safety Gate alerts concerning P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE?
Our copy of the EU Safety Gate database currently contains no alerts linking P-METHYLHYDROCINNAMIC ALDEHYDE to a cosmetic recall. The database is refreshed regularly from the European Commission's official Safety Gate system.