TETRAHYDRO-HEXAMETHYL-AS-INDACEN-3-ONE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
TETRAHYDRO-HEXAMETHYL-AS-INDACEN-3-ONE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Tetrahydro-hexamethyl-as-indacen-3-one is a synthetic polycyclic ketone related to the indane and indanone families. The saturated tetrahydro ring system reduces reactivity compared to unsaturated analogs, while the multiple methyl substituents create a distinctive musky, ambery, and slightly woody odor profile reminiscent of certain timber notes. Indanone derivatives have a history of use in fine fragrances. No EU restrictions specifically apply to this compound class, and the saturated ring structure is favorable for skin tolerance.
Skin benefits
- Musky-amber fragrance character
- Provides substantivity to fragrance compositions
- Used in fine fragrances
Known concerns
- Limited public toxicological data
- Individual sensitivity possible
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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