2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Methyl-5-phenylpentanol
What does it do?
2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol?
2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Methyl-5-phenylpentanol
Is 2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol do in cosmetic products?
2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2-Methyl 5-Phenylpentanol is 25634-93-9.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010