TRIMETHYLPHENETHYL ALCOHOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A trimethyl-substituted phenethyl alcohol fragrance with mild irritancy but no major regulatory restrictions.
Trimethylphenethyl alcohol is a phenethyl alcohol derivative with additional methyl substitutions on the aromatic ring. Used as a fragrance ingredient with a rosy, slightly woody character. The trimethyl substitution reduces metabolism concerns compared to unsubstituted phenethyl alcohol. No EU CosIng restriction applies.
Skin benefits
- Fragrance material with rosy, woody character
Known concerns
- Minor skin irritation potential at high concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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