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Fragrance ester

BUTYL PHENYLACETATE

CAS 122-43-0
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Butyl phenylacetate is a synthetic ester used to add sweet honey-floral notes to fragrances and perfumed cosmetics. It is regulated under IFRA fragrance use restrictions.

Skin benefits

  • Provides honey-floral fragrance character
  • Used at trace levels in perfume compositions

Known concerns

  • IFRA fragrance ingredient with restricted use levels
  • Possible skin sensitization and contact dermatitis
  • Eye irritation if not properly formulated

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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