Polycyclic fragrance ester
HEXAHYDRO-METHANOINDEN-5-YL PIVALATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polycyclic terpene ester used in perfumery for woody fragrance accents. Used only at trace levels in finished products, with safety governed by IFRA usage standards rather than broad cosmetic-skin data.
Skin benefits
- Woody-floral fragrance ingredient
- Used at trace levels in fine fragrance and personal care
Known concerns
- Limited public toxicology beyond IFRA dossiers
- Potential for skin sensitization typical of polycyclic fragrance esters
- Persistent and bioaccumulative concern for some methanoindene structures
- Should respect IFRA usage limits
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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