INCI name

CROTONALDEHYDE

(2EZ)-crotonaldehyde

AntioxidantFragrancePerfumingBasic data from CosIng

This entry shows data from the EU CosIng database. An editorial description has not been written and reviewed yet.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.

EU regulation

EU · Annex II, entry 1065Crotonaldehyde [1]; (E)-crotonaldehyde [2]
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223
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