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Fragrance

ISOMENTHONE

CAS 491-07-6 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A monoterpene ketone naturally found in mint oils, used as a fragrance ingredient. Like other terpene ketones it carries a moderate sensitization risk.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Mint-like fragrance ketone
  • Naturally occurring monoterpenoid
  • Used at low cosmetic levels

Known concerns

  • Possible skin sensitization (terpene ketone)
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety review
  • Stereoisomer of menthone — IFRA managed

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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