Fragrance
PENTAMETHYLCYCLOHEXANEPROPANOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A synthetic sandalwood-type fragrance alcohol. Class has some regulatory scrutiny; trace use keeps exposure low but public data are limited.
Pentamethylcyclohexanepropanol (CAS 60241-53-4) is a synthetic sandalwood-type woody fragrance alcohol used as a substitute for natural sandalwood oil. Synthetic sandalwood odorants (the Sandalore / Ebanol family) have received scientific scrutiny for potential endocrine effects in isolated studies; at trace perfumery levels these concerns are not established as safety issues. IFRA and RIFM govern industry use; not listed on EU Annex II.
Function
Skin benefits
- Sandalwood-type woody note
- Sustainable substitute for natural sandalwood
Known concerns
- Class-wide scrutiny for endocrine effects
- Thin public dossier
- IFRA use-level limits likely
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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