Ethyl P-Toluate
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethyl 4-methyl-benzoate
What does it do?
Ethyl P-Toluate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Ethyl P-Toluate 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 Ethyl P-Toluate?
Ethyl P-Toluate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethyl 4-methyl-benzoate
Is Ethyl P-Toluate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl P-Toluate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl P-Toluate do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl P-Toluate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Ethyl P-Toluate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl P-Toluate is 94-08-6.
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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: 02/03/2011