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Fragrance

METHYL BETA-NAPHTHYL ETHER

CAS 93-04-9
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A classic perfumery fragrance (nerolin yara-yara) with an orange-blossom note. Skin-safe at IFRA-compliant levels; main flag is long-term aquatic toxicity.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Floral fragrance ingredient (nerolin yara-yara) with orange-blossom aroma
  • Stable in fragrance compositions
  • Long history of perfumery use

Known concerns

  • GHS H411 toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
  • Naphthyl ether class can stain on direct contact
  • Limited modern dermal toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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