HEXAHYDRO-METHANOINDEN-6-YL ISOBUTYRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A fragrance ingredient with a herbaceous scent; may irritate eyes in concentrated form.
This is a synthetic polycyclic fragrance compound used for woody, amber notes. It carries the GHS hazard H319 (serious eye irritation) and is not specifically restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annexes, though fragrance allergens generally require declaration at ≥0.001% in leave-on products under EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex III.
Known concerns
- Serious eye irritation (H319)
- Potential skin sensitiser
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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