Ingredient
Methylcyclopentadecenone
What is Methylcyclopentadecenone?
Methylcyclopentadecenone is a synthetic compound commonly used in the fragrance industry. It is a synthetic musk, designed to mimic the scent of natural musk, and is often used in perfumes and scented products.
It is used because of its ability to provide a long-lasting scent and is valued for its musk-like aroma. The health evidence around methylcyclopentadecenone is limited and generally lacks specific documented concerns, though some synthetic musks have raised environmental concerns due to persistence in the environment.
When you see this ingredient on a label, it's typically as part of the fragrance component in a product, not as an active ingredient affecting the product's function.
Commonly found in: perfumes, colognes, scented lotions, air fresheners, candles
Methylcyclopentadecenone does not have any specific FDA warnings or restrictions.
There is limited specific research on methylcyclopentadecenone, though synthetic musks in general have raised some environmental concerns.
Methylcyclopentadecenone is a synthetic compound and not derived from animals, making it generally acceptable for vegans.
Sources: Synthetic Musks: Key Ingredients in Environmental Studies
Scout's take
Macrocyclic musk (Muscenone-family). Non-bioaccumulative; clean musk option.
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