4-PHENYLPROPYLPYRIDINE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
4-PHENYLPROPYLPYRIDINE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
4-Phenylpropylpyridine is an aromatic heterocycle with a C3-phenylpropyl side chain, used as a fragrance chemical in perfume compositions. Publicly available toxicological data are limited for this compound, resulting in a moderate safety score that reflects the data gap rather than confirmed hazard. It is not currently listed in EU cosmetic restriction annexes, but individual safety assessment is advisable for leave-on formulations.
Known concerns
- Limited toxicological data — precautionary individual assessment recommended
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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