TERT-BUTYL DIMETHYL ACETOPHENONE

TERT-BUTYL DIMETHYL ACETOPHENONE.

Avoid CAS 2040-10-0 / PERFUMING

TERT-BUTYL DIMETHYL ACETOPHENONE is a synthetic compound primarily recognized for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory attributes. While often utilized as a fragrance and perfuming agent in various consumer products, its application in precision skincare requires careful consideration due to safety classifications.

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Fragrance ingredient

Science

Mechanism of Action

This compound functions by providing potent antioxidant activity, helping to neutralize free radicals, and by exhibiting anti-inflammatory effects that may help calm skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence

Effective range N/A

Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility

Oil

Optimal pH N/A

0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status

Not reviewed by CIR

Max tested

Sensitization risk Moderate

This ingredient is classified as 'Toxic if swallowed' (H301) and 'Harmful in contact with skin' (H312) under the GHS system. Older safety data indicates it can be irritating to skin and eyes (R 36/38). The IFRA recommends a maximum usage level of 1.0000% in fragrance concentrates.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal

No Dry

No Oily

No Sensitive

Irritancy Moderate

Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Despite its noted antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, the significant safety classifications and lack of specific clinical efficacy data for skin applications make this ingredient unsuitable for precision skincare formulations.

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