2,4,5-trimethylhepta-2,6-dienal

Chemical classification

Aldehyde

Scent

Floral, lily-of-the-valley

Common uses

Fragrance ingredient in personal care and household products, often used to replicate the smell of natural lilies in perfumes, soaps, lotions, and other scented products

Safety

Generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and household items, but has the potential to cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

Controversy

Lilial has been the subject of some controversy due to its potential to cause skin irritation and allergic reactions

Popularity

Lilial continues to be a popular ingredient in the fragrance industry.

General Description

2,4,5-trimethylhepta-2,6-dienal, also known as lilial, is a synthetic chemical commonly used as a fragrance ingredient in various personal care and household products. It is classified as an aldehyde and is known for its floral, lily-of-the-valley scent. Lilial is often used to replicate the smell of natural lilies in perfumes, soaps, lotions, and other scented products. While it is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and household items, lilial has been the subject of some controversy due to its potential to cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Despite this, lilial continues to be a popular ingredient in the fragrance industry.