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TETRAMETHYL-5-OXATRICYCLODODECANE

CAS 1209-61-6
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

TETRAMETHYL-5-OXATRICYCLODODECANE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Tetramethyl-5-oxatricyclododecane is a complex polycyclic synthetic fragrance molecule providing woody-amber olfactory notes. The tricyclic ether structure offers fragrance-fixative properties, slowing evaporation of volatile fragrance components. It is classified as a fragrance ingredient under EU Regulation 1223/2009, requiring declaration in the ingredient list when present above 0.001% in leave-on products.

Skin benefits

  • Synthetic fragrance ingredient with woody scent

Known concerns

  • Fragrance allergen potential
  • Limited clinical safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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