P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
p,alpha-Dimethylstyrene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)benzene
What does it do?
P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene 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
P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene 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 P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene?
P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. p,alpha-Dimethylstyrene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)benzene
Is P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene do in cosmetic products?
P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for P,alpha-Dimethylstyrene is 1195-32-0.
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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