Fragrance ketone
METHOXY-TETRAMETHYL-CYCLOHEXENYL METHYL KETONE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A methoxy cyclohexenyl methyl ketone used as a woody amber fragrance ingredient. Limited safety data and the sensitisation potential common to fragrance ketones support a cautious orange tier.
Skin benefits
- Provides a woody amber fragrance note in fine perfumery
- Imparts a unique olfactive profile to compositions
Known concerns
- IFRA evaluation may restrict its use due to skin sensitisation potential
- Limited published cosmetic safety data
- Cyclohexenyl ketones can be allergens in fragrance-sensitive users
- No specific SCCS opinion published for this compound
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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