Fragrance
TRIMETHYLBICYCLOHEPTANE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A bicyclic camphor-like hydrocarbon — a terpene fragrance with normal IFRA controls.
Trimethylbicycloheptane (e.g. 2,2,3-trimethyl- / bornane-type bicyclic terpenes) is a saturated bicyclic hydrocarbon related to norbornane and camphane skeletons. It is used as a fragrance ingredient with fresh, pine/camphoraceous notes. Like other terpene hydrocarbons it is volatile and flammable as a neat material, and IFRA/RIFM govern its use in finished products. Sensitization concerns arise primarily from oxidation products over time, which is a general terpene-fragrance consideration. Cosmetic use at typical perfumery concentrations is considered acceptable.
Function
Skin benefits
- Fresh pine/camphoraceous fragrance notes
- Natural occurrence in some essential oils
- Used at low % in perfumery
Known concerns
- Terpene hydrocarbon — flammable and volatile
- IFRA/RIFM-regulated
- Sensitization potential with oxidation — typical terpene caveat
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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