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Fragrance

8-CYCLOHEXADECENONE

CAS 3100-36-5
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A 16-membered macrocyclic musk ketone (Velvione-type) used for warm musky perfume notes. PubChem flags only chronic aquatic concern; otherwise considered safer than nitro musks.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Warm musk perfume note
  • Long-lasting
  • Modern safer musk class

Known concerns

  • Chronic aquatic flag (H413)
  • Sparse cosmetic dossier
  • Possible mild sensitizer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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