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Fragrance

P-MENTHANYL ACETATE

CAS 58985-18-5
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An acetate ester of p-menthanol (saturated mint terpene). Used at trace levels for minty/herbal fragrance. Generally well tolerated like other menthyl esters.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Minty/herbal aroma
  • Stable ester

Known concerns

  • Possible mild sensitizer (terpene class)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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