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EPOXYPINANE.

Questionable CAS 6931-54-0 / PERFUMING

Epoxypinane is a bicyclic epoxide derivative, chemically related to pinene. While often occurring as an isomer such as 2,10-Epoxypinane or 2,3-Epoxypinane, its primary utility in consumer products is as a fragrance ingredient.

Summary

fragrance ingredient

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

There is no evidence to suggest Epoxypinane is commonly 'dusted' as a hero ingredient for direct skin benefits. Its primary identified role is as a fragrance component.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Epoxypinane is primarily oil-soluble, with logP values suggesting limited water solubility (estimated 260.6 mg/L for 2,3-Epoxypinane). It exhibits solubility in alcohol. Specific optimal pH ranges for its stability have not been determined, but cosmetic formulations generally target a pH range of 4.5 to 8.5.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Moderate

No dedicated Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) report or SCCS opinion is available for Epoxypinane. For 2,10-Epoxypinane (β-Pinene oxide), GHS classification data indicates that in 10.1% of reports, it 'May cause an allergic skin reaction' (H317) and can be irritating to the skin and eyes. Additionally, it is classified as 'Very toxic to aquatic life' (H400).

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

Epoxypinane lacks documented clinical efficacy for direct skincare benefits and presents a moderate risk of skin irritation and allergic reactions, primarily serving as a fragrance ingredient.

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