Aromatic organic acid with antimicrobial activity, used as a booster in natural preservation blends and as a fragrance ingredient. Mild honey-balsamic odour.
Function & Common Use
Antimicrobial / Fragrance / Skin conditioning
Preservative / Antimicrobial
Natural preservative blends, fine fragrance, soothing skincare
Natural (occurs in cinnamon, balsams) or synthetic
Concentration Limits
No specific limit under CR 2020 in source checked
No specific limit; use at self-determined safe level per safety assessment
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked
Baby restriction: None identified for standard cosmetic use
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cinnamic Acid safe to use in skincare?
Cinnamic Acid has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Aromatic organic acid with antimicrobial activity, used as a booster in natural preservation blends and as a fragrance ingredient. Mild honey-balsamic odour.
Is Cinnamic Acid allowed in India?
Cinnamic Acid is currently classified as "Permitted; regulated as a cosmetic ingredient under CR 2020" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No specific limit under CR 2020 in source checked.
What is Cinnamic Acid used for in cosmetics?
Cinnamic Acid functions as: Antimicrobial / Fragrance / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Natural preservative blends, fine fragrance, soothing skincare.
Can Cinnamic Acid cause an allergic reaction?
Yes. Cinnamic Acid has an allergen flag (Low; related to cinnamal/fragrance chemistry, use with fragrance-sensitivity awareness). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.
Is Cinnamic Acid safe for babies?
Cinnamic Acid has baby/child restrictions: None identified for standard cosmetic use. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.
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