6-METHYL COUMARIN

Other

52

Moderate

CAS Number: 92-48-8

About 6-METHYL COUMARIN

A coumarin derivative used as a fragrance ingredient, restricted in the EU due to documented skin sensitization potential.

Detailed Analysis

6-Methyl Coumarin is listed in EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III (entry III/46), restricting its use in cosmetic products. While approved as a fragrance ingredient, it carries documented sensitization risk particularly in leave-on products, necessitating concentration limits and warning label requirements under EU rules.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Provides pleasant vanilla-toned fragrance
  • ✓ Used as a fragrance fixative

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ EU Annex III restricted - skin sensitization risk
  • ⚠ Requires allergen labeling per EU Regulation 1223/2009

Safety Score

52

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.