middle note floral

beta-Damascone

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

Rosy, fruity, plum-like, apple, powerful

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 23726-91-2
Manufacturers Firmenich, Givaudan, Symrise

About beta-Damascone

A powerful rose ketone with a rich, fruity-rosy character. One of the key components responsible for the characteristic rose smell.

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C13H20O
Molecular Weight 192.3 g/mol
Boiling Point 200.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Density 0.934-0.942 (20°)
InChIKey BGTBFNDXYDYBEY-FNORWQNLSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Skin corrosion/irritationSensitization, SkinHazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard

Hazard Statements

  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Sources: PubChem