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Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde)

  • Esters
  • CAS 77-83-8
  • IUPAC: Ethyl methylphenylglycidate

Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde) (CAS 77-83-8) appears in 2 of the 2,122 car-care products CarCareTruth tracks (as of August 2026). It is classified as a VOC.

Skin Sens. 1 (H317) at pure substance concentration — known fragrance allergen, IFRA-restricted for leave-on cosmetics. Detailing chemistry uses it at trace fragrance levels (<0.5%) where the classification does not transfer to the mixture. Patch test recommended for users with known fragrance allergies.

Aldehyde C-16, also known as strawberry aldehyde or ethyl methylphenylglycidate, is a synthetic fragrance compound used to impart strawberry and fruity notes to soaps, cleaners, and detailing products. Despite the "aldehyde" name, it is technically an ester, not an aldehyde.

It is a recognized fragrance allergen (IFRA-restricted) and carries Skin Sens 1 (H317) and Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411) classifications at the pure-substance level. In detailing products it appears at trace fragrance concentrations (typically <0.5%) where these classifications do not propagate to the mixture under GHS rules.

Health & environment profile

VOC
yes
Prop 65 listed
no
Asthmagen
no
EPA Safer Choice
no
Aquatic toxicity
yes
Biodegradable
no
Bioaccumulative
no
Persistent
no
Ozone depleting
no
Microplastic
no
PFAS
no
Env. score
4/5
Purpose: Fragrance ingredient (strawberry/fruit note)

Common questions about Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde)

What is Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde) used for in car care?
Fragrance ingredient (strawberry/fruit note)
Is Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde) a VOC?
Yes. Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde) is classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).
Is Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde) on California's Proposition 65 list?
No. Aldehyde C-16 (Strawberry Aldehyde) is not on California's Proposition 65 list.

2 products contain this

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Health and environment notes translate the manufacturer Safety Data Sheet, the GHS classification, and authoritative regulatory listings (California Prop 65, EPA). Not medical advice. They describe the ingredient itself; whether a hazard applies to a finished product depends on its concentration and how it's used.