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PHENETHYL CINNAMATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Phenethyl Cinnamate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Phenethyl cinnamate is an aromatic ester that occurs naturally in several essential oils. Under EU cosmetics regulation (EC 1223/2009), it is permitted as a fragrance ingredient without mandatory restriction listings in Annex III. IFRA/RIFM evaluations support its safe use in cosmetic applications up to typical fragrance concentrations.
Known concerns
- Potential fragrance allergen (IFRA monitoring)
- May cause skin sensitization in predisposed individuals
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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