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TRANS-ROSE KETONE-3.

Avoid CAS 71048-82-3 / PERFUMING

TRANS-ROSE KETONE-3 is a synthetic aromatic compound primarily utilized for its rose-like fragrance in cosmetic formulations. While it enhances product scent, its use is strictly regulated due to significant skin sensitization concerns.

Summary

Fragrance

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions as a fragrance enhancer, imparting a pleasant scent to cosmetic products and perfuming the skin through its volatile aromatic properties.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted
Min. effective
0.02%
Red flag below
0.02%

Due to its function solely as a fragrance and established risks of skin sensitization, TRANS-ROSE KETONE-3 is subject to a strict maximum cumulative concentration limit of 0.02% in finished cosmetic products when combined with other damascone group chemicals. Exceeding this threshold significantly elevates the risk of adverse skin reactions.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

A related compound, Damascone-Beta, is noted for its stability in perfumes and various functional bases, suggesting similar stability for TRANS-ROSE KETONE-3.

Conflicts

  • Other damascone group chemicals (due to cumulative concentration restrictions to prevent skin sensitization)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.02%
Sensitization risk High

TRANS-ROSE KETONE-3 is listed on Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation, mandating a maximum cumulative concentration of 0.02% in cosmetic products due to significant skin sensitization potential, particularly when combined with other damascone derivatives. The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) reports documented evidence of contact allergy in humans. It is also restricted under IFRA Standards. While the US FDA recognizes it as 'Generally Recognized as Safe' (GRAS) for food use, this designation does not apply to cosmetic applications. A specific CIR review for TRANS-ROSE KETONE-3 is not available, though broader Rosa damascena-derived ingredients have been assessed.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Given the documented evidence of causing contact allergy in humans and strict regulatory concentration limits due to high sensitization risk, TRANS-ROSE KETONE-3 should be avoided in precision skincare formulations.

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