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OCTAHYDRO-METHYL-METHANONAPHTHALENONE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Octahydro-methyl-methanonaphthalenone is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Octahydro-methyl-methanonaphthalenone (CAS 41724-19-0) carries hazard statements H302 (harmful if swallowed), H312 (harmful in contact with skin), H317 (may cause allergic skin reaction), and H412 (harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects). It is classified as a skin sensitizer and requires allergen declaration under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex III (Entry 67) if present above 0.01% in leave-on products. IFRA restrictions apply to this material in fragrance compositions.
Skin benefits
- Fragrance material with complex, woody-scent profile
- Used in fine fragrance and cosmetic compositions
Known concerns
- Skin sensitizer (H317 - may cause allergic skin reaction)
- Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin (H302, H312)
- Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (H412)
- Must be declared as fragrance allergen in EU above 0.01%
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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