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1-METHYL-4-METHYLVINYL-CYCLOHEXANOL

CAS 138-87-4
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

1-methyl-4-methylvinyl-cyclohexanol is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Beta-terpineol is a monoterpene alcohol occurring naturally in several essential oils. Under EU cosmetics law it is not restricted but may require declaration in fragrance mixes due to its skin irritation potential. The substance carries GHS hazard labels for skin and eye irritation (H315, H319) and should be used at non-sensitizing concentrations in leave-on products.

Skin benefits

  • Used as a fragrance component contributing to product odor profile

Known concerns

  • Skin irritant (H315)
  • Eye irritant (H319)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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