2,6-DIMETHYL-4-HEPTANOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A branched-chain fatty alcohol used as a fragrance ingredient and emollient with mild skin effects and EU allergen declaration requirements.
2,6-Dimethyl-4-heptanol (also called dimetol) is a branched-chain aliphatic alcohol with a fresh, citrusy, slightly woody odor. It functions as both a fragrance ingredient and a conditioning emollient in cosmetic formulations. It has a long history of safe use in fragrances and is not restricted under EU cosmetic regulations, though it requires allergen declaration as a naturally occurring fragrance component in some botanical extracts.
Skin benefits
- Provides fresh, citrus fragrance notes
- Emollient properties improve skin feel
- Used as fragrance component and solvent
Known concerns
- May require allergen declaration depending on source
- Mild skin irritation possible at high concentrations
- Used at low levels in fragrance compounds - minimal direct concern
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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