Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol
INCI: METHYL-METHYLBICYCLOHEPTENYL-PENTENOL (SANTALOL)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally well-tolerated; California Safe Cosmetics Program tracks this ingredient (designated list mention); some sensitization potential at high concentrations. The main active constituent of sandalwood essential oil; a sesquiterpene alcohol exhibiting anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and potential anticancer properties; excellent fixative in perfumery enhancing scent longevity
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol safe in cosmetics?
Generally well-tolerated; California Safe Cosmetics Program tracks this ingredient (designated list mention); some sensitization potential at high concentrations. The main active constituent of sandalwood essential oil; a sesquiterpene alcohol exhibiting anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and potential anticancer properties; excellent fixative in perfumery enhancing scent longevity The EU classifies Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol allowed in the EU?
Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol do in cosmetics?
Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol functions as: Fragrance (perfuming); skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 115-71-9 (α-santalol) / 11031-45-1 (santalol, mixed isomers).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl-Methylbicycloheptenyl-Pentenol?
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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