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4-T-BUTYLCYCLOHEXANOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
T-Butylcyclohexanol is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
4-tert-Butylcyclohexanol (CAS 98-52-2) is a cyclic alcohol used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics. It exists as cis and trans isomers. Structurally related to other substituted cyclohexanols used in perfumery, it provides woody and musky olfactory notes. Limited dedicated cosmetic safety data is available. Based on structural analogy to other cyclohexanol derivatives and IFRA standards for related compounds, it is considered moderately safe. Some irritation potential exists as with most fragrance compounds.
Skin benefits
- Fragrance — pleasant woody, musky scent
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic safety data
- Potential mild skin irritant as a fragrance compound
- Possible sensitization risk at higher concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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