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TETRAHYDROMUGYL ACETATE

CAS 20780-48-7
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A synthetic acetate ester with a herbaceous, woody fragrance profile, used in cosmetic fragrances with only limited toxicological data available.

Tetrahydromugyl acetate is a saturated acyclic sesquiterpene acetate lacking the double bonds found in the natural unsaturated form, which may reduce its oxidation and sensitization potential. It is not regulated under EU cosmetic Annexes II–VI, but its CAS number (20780-48-7) has limited publicly available toxicological data, warranting cautious use at low concentrations in leave-on products.

Skin benefits

  • Fragrance ingredient providing herbaceous woody notes

Known concerns

  • Limited toxicological data available
  • Potential skin sensitizer in susceptible individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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