Fragrance
HEXAHYDRO-METHANOINDENYL PROPIONATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A polycyclic methanoindenyl ester used as a woody/green fragrance fixative. Polycyclic fragrance class has some environmental scrutiny.
Hexahydro-methanoindenyl propionate (CAS 68912-13-0) is a polycyclic fused-ring ester used in perfumery as a woody/green fixative. Polycyclic fragrance esters (Cyclademol / Dupical family) tend to be highly lipophilic with potential for environmental persistence, drawing class-level scrutiny. Public cosmetic-specific toxicology data are limited. IFRA/RIFM govern use. Not on EU Annex II. Default-down applied.
Function
Skin benefits
- Woody-green perfumery fixative
Known concerns
- Polycyclic fragrance class persistence concerns
- Thin public dossier
- Lipophilic — skin retention potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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