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2-ETHYL-5-METHOXY-BICYCLOHEPTANE.

Optional CAS 122795-41-9 / PERFUMING

A bicyclic ether compound primarily utilized as a fragrance ingredient in skincare formulations. This synthetic aromatic molecule delivers herbal, leafy, green, and citrus olfactory notes while serving as a masking agent to neutralize undesirable base odors in cosmetic products.

fragrance masking

Science

Functions exclusively as a fragrance component without therapeutic skin benefits, providing olfactory enhancement through volatile aromatic compounds that interact with olfactory receptors


Research

Medium confidence
Effective range ≤0.0062%
Optimal

0.0062%

Key findings

  1. 01 RIFM exposure assessment identifying 0.0062% as 95th percentile concentration in hydroalcoholic fragrance products
  2. 02 ECHA toxicity evaluation via read-across methodology establishing NOAEL values of 1000 mg/kg/day for developmental toxicity

Transparency

Not commonly dusted

Used at extremely low concentrations (0.0062%) for fragrance purposes, making dusting unlikely and unnecessary


The Formula

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Demonstrates exceptional stability in acidic environments, making it suitable for low-pH formulations and acid-stable delivery systems

Conflicts

  • Volatile acids may compromise encapsulation efficiency in microencapsulated delivery systems

Safety

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.0062%
Sensitization risk Low

Comprehensively assessed by RIFM with established safety at current usage levels; classified as non-PBT (persistent, bioaccumulative, toxic) under IFRA environmental criteria


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

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A well-tolerated fragrance ingredient with excellent safety profile but no therapeutic skin benefits beyond sensory enhancement.


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