Phenethyl Acetate

Phenethyl Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a fragrance agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePHENETHYL ACETATE
FunctionFRAGRANCE
CAS number103-45-7
EC number203-113-5
Prevalence4 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches50

Used in

Body Washes 25%Deodorant 25%Face Cleansers 25%Sheet Masks 25%

Frequently asked

What does Phenethyl Acetate do in skincare?
Phenethyl Acetate functions as a fragrance agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Phenethyl Acetate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Phenethyl Acetate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially body washes (25% of its uses).

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