3,5-DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXYLMETHYL ACETATE

66

Moderate

CAS Number: 68213-86-5

About 3,5-DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXYLMETHYL ACETATE

A substituted cyclohexane acetate ester with a fresh, woody-herbaceous fragrance used in cosmetics; no EU restrictions and a generally favorable safety profile.

Detailed Analysis

3,5-Dimethylcyclohexylmethyl acetate is a substituted cyclic ester providing a fresh, woody-herbaceous, slightly floral fragrance profile. The saturated cyclohexane ring eliminates the double-bond oxidation risks of unsaturated fragrance terpenes, and the saturated structure shows no structural alerts for genotoxicity or carcinogenicity. CosIng shows no regulatory restrictions in EU cosmetic annexes. Standard hazard assessments indicate a favorable profile with no evidence of significant toxicity at current use levels.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Fresh woody-herbaceous fragrance
  • ✓ Provides natural green fragrance character

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Mild skin irritation possible at high concentrations

Safety Score

66

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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