Fragrance ingredient (musk)
3-METHYLCYCLOPENTADECANOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A macrocyclic musk alcohol used in perfumery for warm, persistent, skin-musky notes. Macrocyclic musks are considered safer than nitromusks but still subject to IFRA limits and environmental scrutiny.
Skin benefits
- Provides musky, warm long-lasting fragrance notes
- Replacement for nitromusks in modern perfumery
- Good fixative for floral and oriental accords
Known concerns
- Synthetic musk subject to environmental persistence questions
- IFRA usage limits apply for safety margin
- Possible bioaccumulation under review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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