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Raspberry Ketone

4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-one

Safety Flags
Allergen: Low; aromatic ketone used as a fragrance component
Safety Notes

Aromatic ketone giving a characteristic raspberry odour; used mainly as a fragrance ingredient and occasionally in formulas marketed for firming. Cosmetic evidence for body/skin actives claims is limited. Use levels are low.

Function & Common Use

Function

Fragrance / Skin conditioning

Category

Fragrance / Aroma

Common In

Fragranced skincare, fine fragrance, some 'firming' marketed formulas

Origin

Natural (from raspberries) or nature-identical synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No specific limit under CR 2020 in source checked

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No specific limit; use at self-determined safe level per safety assessment

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

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 Raspberry Ketone safe to use in skincare?

Raspberry Ketone has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Aromatic ketone giving a characteristic raspberry odour; used mainly as a fragrance ingredient and occasionally in formulas marketed for firming. Cosmetic evidence for body/skin actives claims is limited. Use levels are low.

Is Raspberry Ketone allowed in India?

Raspberry Ketone 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 Raspberry Ketone used for in cosmetics?

Raspberry Ketone functions as: Fragrance / Skin conditioning. It is commonly found in: Fragranced skincare, fine fragrance, some 'firming' marketed formulas.

Can Raspberry Ketone cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Raspberry Ketone has an allergen flag (Low; aromatic ketone used as a fragrance component). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.

Is Raspberry Ketone safe for babies?

Raspberry Ketone 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.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted; regulated as a cosmetic ingredient under CR 2020
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted; no specific 21 CFR cosmetic restriction identified in source checked
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted; no specific MFDS restriction identified in source checked
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient under AICIS; standard framework applies; no therapeutic listing unless therapeutic claims made
Canada (NHPID)
Not listed as restricted on Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist in source checked; standard cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS5471-51-2
EC226-806-4

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