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Fragrance

5-ISOPROPYL-2-METHYLANISOLE

CAS 6379-73-3
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

An aromatic methyl ether (carvacrol methyl ether) used purely as a fragrance ingredient. Mild GHS warning for ingestion, otherwise well tolerated in trace cosmetic concentrations.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Adds carvacrol-type herbaceous fragrance note
  • Functions as fragrance/flavor ingredient
  • Stable in cosmetic formulations

Known concerns

  • GHS H302 harmful if swallowed
  • Potential skin irritant in concentrated form
  • Trace fragrance allergen risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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