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Fragrance

CINNAMYL PHENYLACETATE

CAS 7492-65-1 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ester of cinnamyl alcohol and phenylacetic acid used for honey/balsamic fragrance. Tolerated at perfumery levels but related cinnamyl species are EU-declared allergens.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Sweet honey-floral fragrance note
  • Used at low concentrations in fine perfumery
  • Long history in flavour & fragrance

Known concerns

  • Cinnamyl alcohol moiety — potential fragrance allergen
  • Phenylacetate esters can hydrolyse on skin
  • IFRA category-restricted

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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