Cinnamal

A fragrance component the EU requires to be named on the label rather than hidden inside “parfum”.

Type
Fragrance allergen
How serious
Moderate severity
Evidence
Strong evidence

Why it is flagged

One of the more potent sensitisers on the EU's declarable list, and a frequent cause of positive patch tests.

Health topics it bears on

Sources

Also listed as

cinnamaldehyde, cinnamic aldehyde

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