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INCI name

HEXAMETHYLINDANOPYRAN

Hexamethylindanopyran (galaxolide)

FragrancePerfumingreviewed

A synthetic musk fragrance ingredient.

What it is

Hexamethylindanopyran, widely known as galaxolide, is a polycyclic synthetic musk. It gives a clean, sweet musky scent that lasts on skin and fabrics.

Where it is used

Perfumes, body care, shampoos and fabric-scented products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Its use in cosmetics has been assessed by the SCCS; see the EU regulation section for the applicable conditions.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 3361,3,4,6,7,8-Hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-hexamethylcyclopenta-γ-2-benzopyran
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2023/1545

Products with this ingredient (759)

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