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Fragrance

ISOAMYL PHENYLACETATE

CAS 102-19-2
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Isoamyl ester of phenylacetic acid — honey-rose perfumery ester with strong dual food/fragrance safety record.

Isoamyl phenylacetate (CAS 102-19-2) is a branched five-carbon alcohol ester of phenylacetic acid used in perfumery and FEMA GRAS flavor (FEMA 2081) for honey, rose, and fruity-floral notes. RIFM/IFRA evaluated; broadly accepted in fragrance. Not on EU Annex II.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Honey-rose fragrance note
  • Food/fragrance dual safety dossier

Known concerns

  • Minor fragrance allergen vigilance
  • Mild irritation neat

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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