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2-METHYLPROPYL-1-VINYLCYCLOHEXYL ACETATE.

Optional CAS 37172-02-4 / PERFUMING

A synthetic fragrance compound that delivers woody, ambery scent characteristics to cosmetic formulations. This oil-soluble aromatic ingredient serves primarily as a perfuming agent and masking component to improve product sensory experience.

Summary

perfuming masking

Science

Mechanism of Action

Functions exclusively as an olfactory modifier without therapeutic skin activity, providing woody-amber fragrance notes while masking undesirable odors from other formula components through aromatic masking properties.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range ≤5%
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 Maximum recommended usage level established for fragrance applications with acceptable safety profile

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Fragrance ingredients are typically used at low concentrations and not subject to dusting concerns as they provide sensory rather than functional benefits

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 2 – 10
0 7 14

Stability

Demonstrates robust stability in alcoholic systems, soaps, and powder formulations with moderate performance in antiperspirant applications; LogP value of 4.85 indicates strong lipophilic character

Conflicts

  • Liquid bleach systems
  • Amine monomers in encapsulation processes

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
5%
Sensitization risk Moderate

RIFM 2020 assessment classified as Category 2 skin irritant and eye irritant with potential for allergic skin sensitization at concentrated levels

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

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A functional fragrance component with moderate irritation potential that serves sensory enhancement rather than skin treatment purposes.

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