Synthetic fragrance ingredient
3,5-DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXYLMETHYL ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A synthetic cyclohexyl acetate fragrance ester used to add floral-fruity scent character. Limited dedicated safety data, with class-typical concerns around fragrance sensitisation and label transparency.
Skin benefits
- Provides a fresh, floral-fruity fragrance note in cosmetics
- Synthetic alternative to natural fragrance materials with more consistent quality
- Used at low concentrations as part of fragrance accords
Known concerns
- Synthetic fragrance ester with limited public safety data
- Fragrance esters can act as skin sensitisers in susceptible individuals
- Contributes to total fragrance allergen load in a product
- Often hidden under generic 'parfum' labelling, reducing transparency
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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