Fragrance
3,5-DIMETHOXYTOLUENE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A rose-ether fragrance ingredient (key component of rose oil aroma). Well-characterized perfumery material with a solid safety record.
3,5-Dimethoxytoluene (CAS 4179-19-5) is a naturally occurring rose oil constituent and a widely used perfumery ingredient contributing rose-woody character. It has RIFM safety coverage and IFRA use-level guidance. No significant GHS hazards beyond mild eye/skin irritation at neat concentrations; not a classified sensitizer and not an EU Annex III declarable allergen in its own right. Used at low percentages in fine fragrance. Structural class (methylated anisole derivative) has no particular carcinogenicity or genotoxicity concerns at cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Rose-woody fragrance note
- Well-documented perfumery ingredient
Known concerns
- Normal fragrance allergen load considerations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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