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Synthetic fragrance ketone

2,5,6-TRIMETHYL-2-CYCLOHEXENONE

CAS 20030-30-2
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A synthetic cyclohexenone fragrance with a woody-minty scent. Its reactive enone structure raises sensitization concerns, and independent cosmetic safety data is sparse compared to mainstream fragrances.

Skin benefits

  • Synthetic fragrance ketone with woody, minty character
  • Provides specific aroma profile difficult to obtain from naturals

Known concerns

  • Alpha,beta-unsaturated cyclohexenones are structural alerts for protein binding and sensitization
  • Very limited public toxicology data; not on standard fragrance allergen panels but flagged structurally
  • Volatile organic compound with potential eye and respiratory irritation
  • No clear regulatory clearance for broad cosmetic use in the EU

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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