3,5-DIMETHYL CYCLOHEXENECARBONITRILE

50

Moderate

CAS Number: 66848-40-6

About 3,5-DIMETHYL CYCLOHEXENECARBONITRILE

3,5-DIMETHYL CYCLOHEXENECARBONITRILE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Detailed Analysis

3,5-Dimethyl Cyclohexenecarbonitrile is a synthetic nitrile fragrance with a characteristic herbal and citrus-like odor. Nitrile fragrance materials are generally considered to have lower sensitization potential than their corresponding amine or aldehyde analogs. However, the cyano group can be metabolized to release small amounts of cyanide in vivo, warranting caution in leave-on products.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Used as a fragrance providing complex herbal, citrus, and slightly woody notes

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Nitrile group can release cyanide metabolites in skin metabolism
  • ⚠ Limited public safety data for this specific compound
  • ⚠ Environmental hazard potential from nitrile-containing compounds

Safety Score

50

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.