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fragrance ingredient

Isobergamate; Menthadiene-7-methyl formate

CAS 68683-20-5 Updated
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A synthetic bergamot type fragrance ingredient used to give perfumes a fresh citrus character. As with other terpene esters, it is subject to IFRA limits and can act as a skin sensitizer in fragrance allergic users.

Skin benefits

  • Fresh bergamot citrus fragrance note for perfumes
  • Used as a stable IFRA listed fragrance ingredient
  • No direct skin or hair function beyond scent

Known concerns

  • Terpene ester subject to IFRA usage limits as a sensitizer
  • Citrus type fragrance materials are common allergens
  • Possible eye and skin irritation at high concentration
  • Oxidation products can increase sensitization risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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