Phenylacetonitrile
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phenylacetonitrile
What does it do?
Phenylacetonitrile 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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Phenylacetonitrile is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 424), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Phenylacetonitrile?
Phenylacetonitrile is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenylacetonitrile
Is Phenylacetonitrile allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Phenylacetonitrile is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phenylacetonitrile do in cosmetic products?
Phenylacetonitrile is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Phenylacetonitrile?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phenylacetonitrile is 140-29-4.
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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