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METHYL 2,6,10-TRIMETHYLCYCLODODECA-2,5,9-TRIENYL KETONE
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A macrocyclic ketone fragrance with significant skin sensitization warnings and aquatic toxicity that faces EU allergen restrictions.
This macrocyclic ketone is a fragrance compound with multiple hazard classifications including skin sensitization (H317), skin irritation (H315), eye irritation (H319), and serious aquatic toxicity (H410/H411). The EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) has flagged macrocyclic ketones as potent sensitizers requiring concentration limits in cosmetic products typically capped at safe levels established in IFRA standards.
Skin benefits
- fragrance function
Known concerns
- skin sensitizer (H317)
- skin irritant (H315)
- eye irritant (H319)
- aquatic toxic (H410/H411)
- potent allergen
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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