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3-ETHYLPHENOL

CAS 620-17-7
52

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A phenolic compound used as a fragrance ingredient that may cause skin irritation and sensitization in susceptible individuals.

3-Ethylphenol is a substituted phenol employed as a fragrance raw material in cosmetic formulations. Phenols can act as skin sensitizers and irritants, particularly at high concentrations. The EU requires proper declaration and may restrict certain phenol derivatives under Annex III of the Cosmetics Regulation.

Skin benefits

  • Used as a fragrance component

Known concerns

  • Skin irritant potential
  • Phenolic compounds may cause sensitization
  • Limited toxicological data available

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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