Cinnamyl Alcohol
Cinnamyl alcohol is a JECFA-evaluated flavoring with no safety concerns at use levels. It is one of the EU's 26 fragrance allergens requiring labeling on cosmetic products.
What it is
Aromatic alcohol (3-phenyl-2-propen-1-ol) naturally found in cinnamon and storax; used as flavoring and fragrance.
Flavoring substance with sweet floral/cinnamon aroma.
Why it's flagged
- allergen labeling required in EU cosmetics (Annex III, Regulation 1223/2009)
What regulators actually say
"Cinnamyl alcohol — listed among synthetic flavoring substances and adjuvants permitted for direct addition to food."
"The Panel concluded that cinnamyl alcohol (FL no. 02.017) and structurally related flavouring substances do not raise safety concerns at the estimated levels of dietary intake."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted as synthetic flavoring under 21 CFR 172.515; FEMA GRAS 2294.
European Union — EFSA
EFSA-evaluated flavoring (FL no. 02.017) with no safety concerns at intake levels.
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