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Fragrance

AMBERGRIS EXTRACT

CAS 84836-94-2 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

An animal-origin perfumery fixative from sperm whales. Skin safety is not the main issue — the species is endangered, sourcing is heavily restricted, and synthetic alternatives are far better choices.

Function

PERFUMINGSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Long-lasting fragrance fixative
  • Distinctive perfumery character
  • Trace use only

Known concerns

  • Sourced from endangered sperm whales (CITES protected)
  • EU and many markets restrict animal-origin perfumery
  • Adulteration and provenance fraud common
  • Synthetic ambroxide alternatives exist and are preferred

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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