Restricted synthetic musk
MUSK R1
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Synthetic musk fragrance of the nitromusk lineage. EU has banned several nitromusks due to neurotoxicity, photoallergy, and bioaccumulation, leaving similar materials unsuitable for cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Synthetic musk fragrance ingredient providing long-lasting scent
- Historically substituted for natural musk in perfumery
Known concerns
- Nitromusk-class fragrances (e.g., musk ambrette, moskene) are banned in EU cosmetics
- Bioaccumulation in human tissue and breast milk reported
- Photoallergic and neurotoxic effects associated with nitromusks
- Environmental persistence and aquatic toxicity
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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