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ETHYL PHENYLACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
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About
Ethyl Phenylacetate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Ethyl phenylacetate (CAS 101-97-3) is an aromatic ester with a sweet, honey-like, floral odor used extensively in perfumery and as a flavouring agent. It occurs naturally in honey, jasmine, and other botanical sources. It is listed in the IFRA/IOFI fragrance inventory and has been evaluated with no significant safety concerns at normal cosmetic use levels. The EU CosIng database lists it without restriction, and no SCCS opinion flags it. It is considered safe in leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic products when used as a fragrance component within established guidelines.
Skin benefits
- Fragrance with sweet honey-jasmine character
- Widely used in perfumery
- Skin conditioning in fragrance blends
Known concerns
- Fragrance allergen disclosure threshold applies in EU
- Generally low concern
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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