Restricted fragrance compound
3-(2,2-Dimethyl- 3-hydroxypropyl) toluene
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An aromatic alcohol related to majantol used historically as a fragrance. It has been flagged for reproductive toxicity concerns under EU CLP review and is moving toward prohibition in cosmetics.
Skin benefits
- Used historically as a fragrance ingredient with floral notes
- No essential cosmetic function unique to this molecule
Known concerns
- Identified as a reproductive toxicant under EU CLP review
- Subject to ongoing restriction under EU cosmetic regulation Annex II amendments
- Limited published safety data outside regulatory dossiers
- Aromatic alcohol structure raises fragrance allergen concerns
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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