FENCHYL ACETATE
Moderate
CAS Number: 13851-11-1
About FENCHYL ACETATE
A bornane-structure monoterpene acetate with a fresh, piney-camphoraceous fragrance; no EU restrictions and considered safe at normal cosmetic use levels.
Detailed Analysis
Fenchyl acetate is derived from fenchyl alcohol (a bornane-structure monoterpene) and provides a fresh, piney, slightly camphoraceous odor. The saturated bicyclic structure is metabolically stable and shows no structural alerts for genotoxicity or carcinogenicity. CosIng lists no restrictions. The fragrance industry assessment indicates a favorable safety profile with no significant acute toxicity, skin sensitization, or phototoxicity concerns at current use concentrations.
Skin Benefits
- ✓ Fresh pine fragrance component
- ✓ Provides aromatic complexity in masculine fragrance lines
Known Concerns
- ⚠ Mild eye/skin irritation possible at high concentrations
Safety Score
Moderate
Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.
References
EU CosIng Database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry
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