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Fragrance

PHENETHYL PROPIONATE

CAS 122-70-3
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A phenethyl ester with rose-fruity character. Extensively used in perfumery and flavor; solid safety history.

Phenethyl propionate (CAS 122-70-3) is the propionate ester of 2-phenylethanol, a classic rose-fruity perfumery ingredient. FEMA GRAS (2867) for flavor; RIFM/IFRA routinely evaluated. No sensitization or toxicology concerns at cosmetic use levels. Not on EU Annex II.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Rose-fruity fragrance note
  • Long food/fragrance safety history

Known concerns

  • Minor fragrance allergen vigilance
  • Oxidation stability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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