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THYMOL ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Thymol Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Thymol acetate is the acetate ester of thymol, a monoterpene phenol found in thyme and other essential oils. It functions primarily as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetic products. While thymol itself has antibacterial properties, thymol acetate is considered to have lower sensitisation potential than thymol. It is not listed on any EU restriction annex, though the IFRA recommends restrictions on its use due to limited sensitisation data in humans.
Skin benefits
- Provides sweet, herbaceous fragrance in cosmetic products
- May contribute mild antibacterial properties to formulations
Known concerns
- Mild sensitisation potential (IFRA flagged)
- Limited human sensitisation data available
- Not specifically evaluated by EU SCCS
- Related to thymol which has some antibacterial activity
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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