Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate

INCI: ETHYL-3AΑ,4Α,7Α,7AΑ-OCTAHYDRO-4,7-METHANO-INDENE-3A-CARBOXYLATE

CAS Number
Likely 17526-94-2 (verify; cis stereochemistry at ring junction)
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not specifically restricted under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Norbornane-derived ester used in fragrance with no individual RIFM/CIR monograph located; structural analog data from octahydro-methanoindene fragrance family may support read-across; supplier toxicology package recommended.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate safe in cosmetics?

Norbornane-derived ester used in fragrance with no individual RIFM/CIR monograph located; structural analog data from octahydro-methanoindene fragrance family may support read-across; supplier toxicology package recommended. The EU classifies Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate allowed in the EU?

Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Likely 17526-94-2 (verify; cis stereochemistry at ring junction).

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl-3aα,4α,7α,7aα-octahydro-4,7-methano-indene-3a-carboxylate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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