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Fragrance

P-TERT-BUTYLPHENYL ACETONITRILE

CAS 3288-99-1 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A synthetic aroma chemical (a nitrile) used as a fragrance note. PubChem reports no GHS hazard classification, but cosmetic-specific safety data is thin so caution is warranted.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Provides characteristic floral-musky scent in fine fragrance
  • Stable in alcohol-based formulas

Known concerns

  • Synthetic fragrance chemical with limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Nitrile group warrants caution in leave-on products
  • Potential sensitizer in fragrance-allergic individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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