Fragrance ester
M-CRESYL ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
m-Cresyl acetate is a fragrance ester providing warm phenolic notes. As a cresol ester, it carries potential for sensitization and is subject to fragrance industry restrictions in finished cosmetics.
Skin benefits
- Used as fragrance ingredient with warm phenolic notes
- Provides scent fixative properties
- Less corrosive than free cresol due to esterification
Known concerns
- Esterified cresol with potential for skin sensitization
- Subject to IFRA fragrance restrictions
- Limited published cosmetic safety data
- Hydrolysis can release free cresol
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.