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Fragrance

CAMPHOR

CAS 464-49-3 / 76-22-2 Updated
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A crystalline compound giving the classic cooling/menthol-adjacent sensation. Effective topically but neurotoxic at high doses.

Skin benefits

  • Cooling
  • Counterirritant
  • Anti-itch

Known concerns

  • Neurotoxicity at high dose
  • EU concentration limit
  • Avoid in infant products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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