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Tolualdehydes (mixed O,m,p)

Aroma Chemical CAS 1334-78-7

A sweet note with a cherry character and a soft coumarin facet. Powdery and natural, it adds an almond floral lift to compositions.

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Odor profile

Descriptor 1 Spicy
Descriptor 2 Fruity
Descriptor 3 Almond

Identification

CAS Number1334-78-7
INCI NameTolualdehyde isomers
CategoryAroma Chemical

Synonyms

cresyl aldehyde (mixed 2,3,4), methyl benzaldehyde (mixed 2,3,4), tolualdehyde isomers, toluene carboxaldehyde (mixed 2,3,4), toluic aldehyde (mixed 2,3,4), tolyl aldehyde (mixed 2,3,4), tolualdehydes

Physical and chemical data

Boiling Point 198.00 °C
Flash Point 80.00 °C
Density 1.01900
Refractive Index 1.54000
Vapor Pressure 0.335000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est)
LogP 2.260
Solubility alcohol; water, 1183 mg/L @ 25 C (est); For experimental / research use only.
Appearance colorless 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 0.12 %
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 0.050 %
Category 9 Soap, shampoo, rinse-off 0.92 %
Category 10A Household care, hand contact 3.3 %
Category 10B Aerosol air fresheners 3.3 %
Category 11A Intended skin contact 1.8 %
Category 11B Minimal skin contact 1.8 %
Category 12 No skin contact, candles Not restricted
IFRA Amendment49
Restriction TypeRestriction
Critical EffectDermal Sensitization

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