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DIMETHYLBENZYL CARBINOL

CAS 100-86-7
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An aromatic alcohol used as a fragrance ingredient providing floral, rosy notes, with a long history of safe use in cosmetics at regulated concentrations.

Dimethylbenzyl carbinol (also known as alpha,alpha-dimethylphenethyl alcohol or 2-phenyl-2-propanol) is an aromatic alcohol used primarily as a fragrance ingredient. It contributes floral, rose-like notes to cosmetic fragrances. The compound has a history of safe use in cosmetics and is not subject to severe EU restrictions. However, as with all fragrance materials, IFRA guidelines govern its maximum use concentration in different product types to ensure consumer safety.

Known concerns

  • IFRA guidelines apply for fragrance use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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