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Fragrance

GERANYL ETHYL ETHER

CAS 40267-72-9 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethyl ether of geraniol that gives a rosy, fresh fragrance note with better stability than the parent alcohol. Geraniol-class odorants are common allergens, so EU cosmetic labelling rules apply above thresholds.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Imparts fresh, rose-like fragrance note
  • Improved stability vs free geraniol
  • Used at trace fragrance levels

Known concerns

  • Geraniol is an EU 26-listed fragrance allergen
  • Possible skin sensitization in atopic users
  • Photo/oxidative degradation can produce sensitizers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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