Fragrance
OCTAHYDRO-METHOXY-TETRAMETHYL-METHANOAZULENE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A polycyclic methoxy-ether used as a woody/ambery fragrance note. Limited public data on this specialty ingredient.
Octahydro-methoxy-tetramethyl-methanoazulene (CAS 67874-81-1) is a complex polycyclic methyl ether used at trace perfumery levels for woody/ambery character. Public toxicology data are sparse; industry RIFM programs govern use. Not on EU Annex II. Default-down per uncertainty rule.
Function
Skin benefits
- Woody/ambery fragrance note
Known concerns
- Thin public dossier
- Specialty polycyclic structure
- Limited transparency
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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