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4-Ethylbenzaldehyde

Aroma Chemical CAS 4748-78-1

A sweet note with a bitter almond and anise character.

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Odor profile

Descriptor 1 Anisic
Descriptor 2 Almond
Descriptor 3 Cherry

Identification

CAS Number4748-78-1
INCI Name4-ethylbenzaldehyde
CategoryAroma Chemical
FormulaC9H10O
Mol. Weight134.17
IUPAC Name4-ethylbenzaldehyde
InChIKeyQNGNSVIICDLXHT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Synonyms

benzaldehyde, 4-ethyl-, p-ethyl benzaldehyde, para-ethyl benzaldehyde, p-ethylbenzaldehyde, para-ethylbenzaldehyde

Physical and chemical data

Boiling Point 220.00 °C
Flash Point 92.22 °C
Density 0.98000
Refractive Index 1.53800
Vapor Pressure 0.106000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est)
LogP 2.408
Solubility alcohol; water, 397.7 mg/L @ 25 C (est); For experimental / research use only.
Appearance colorless to pale yellow clear liquid

Regulatory status

IFRA maximum concentrations

CategoryUseLimit in the finished product
Category 1 Lip products, toys 0.085 %
Category 2 Deodorants, antiperspirants 0.025 %
Category 3 Eye products 0.51 %
Category 4 Fine fragrance 0.47 %
Category 5A Body lotion 0.12 %
Category 5B Face cream 0.12 %
Category 5C Hand cream 0.12 %
Category 5D Baby creams, oils 0.040 %
Category 6 Oral care, mouthwash 0.28 %
Category 7A Rinse-off hair products 0.96 %
Category 7B Leave-on hair products 0.96 %
Category 8 Intimate and baby wipes 0.040 %
Category 9 Soap, shampoo, rinse-off 0.92 %
Category 10A Household care, hand contact 0.92 %
Category 10B Aerosol air fresheners 3.3 %
Category 11A Intended skin contact 0.040 %
Category 11B Minimal skin contact 0.040 %
Category 12 No skin contact, candles Not restricted
IFRA Amendment49
Restriction TypeRestriction
Critical EffectDermal Sensitization And Systemic Toxicity

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