Fragrance
HEXAHYDROMETHOXY-METHANOINDENES
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polycyclic woody/amber fragrance methoxy compound — used at low % with IFRA-class controls.
Hexahydromethoxy-methanoindenes are a class of polycyclic methoxy-terpenoid fragrance materials contributing woody/amber character to perfume compositions. Typical of modern specialty fragrance chemicals, they are used at fractional percentages in fine fragrance and functional products. IFRA/RIFM guidance governs maximum concentrations; independent public toxicology for the exact INCI variant is limited. Nothing in this class currently triggers high-concern classification; ordinary fragrance-sensitization guidance applies.
Function
Skin benefits
- Woody/amber perfumery note
- Used at low % in fragrance
- IFRA-regulated class
Known concerns
- Polycyclic structure — sensitization potential
- Limited independent public toxicology
- Use within IFRA category limits required
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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