Allowed in EU

Dimethyl Phenylpropanol

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2,2-Dimethyl-3-phenylpropanol; phenylneopentanol

What does it do?

Dimethyl Phenylpropanol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

Dimethyl Phenylpropanol 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 Dimethyl Phenylpropanol?

Dimethyl Phenylpropanol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,2-Dimethyl-3-phenylpropanol; phenylneopentanol

Is Dimethyl Phenylpropanol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dimethyl Phenylpropanol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dimethyl Phenylpropanol do in cosmetic products?

Dimethyl Phenylpropanol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Phenylpropanol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Phenylpropanol is 13351-61-6.

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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