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Fragrance

DIBENZYL ETHER

CAS 103-50-4 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An aromatic fragrance ether with a sweet, balsamic note — used at low levels in perfumery. Carries a sensitisation flag in fragrance reviews, so usage is restricted; not appropriate at high concentrations.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Imparts sweet, balsamic floral notes in fragrance
  • Acts as a fragrance fixative
  • Non-acutely toxic at use levels

Known concerns

  • Documented skin sensitisation in fragrance contexts
  • On IFRA/RIFM watch — restrictions in some applications
  • Aromatic ether — potential for oxidative degradation byproducts

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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