Hydrocinnamyl Propionate

INCI: HYDROCINNAMYL PROPIONATE

CAS Number
122-74-7 (3-phenylpropyl propanoate) — *verify against supplier CoA*
Function
Fragrance ingredient (fruity-floral ester, structurally analogous to hydrocinnamyl isobutyrate)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no CFR restriction; FEMA GRAS listed within the phenylpropyl ester group

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Less direct safety data versus the isobutyrate ester; relies on read-across. Request ingredient-specific RIFM assessment if used above typical fragrance levels.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrocinnamyl Propionate safe in cosmetics?

Less direct safety data versus the isobutyrate ester; relies on read-across. Request ingredient-specific RIFM assessment if used above typical fragrance levels. The EU classifies Hydrocinnamyl Propionate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrocinnamyl Propionate allowed in the EU?

Hydrocinnamyl Propionate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrocinnamyl Propionate do in cosmetics?

Hydrocinnamyl Propionate functions as: Fragrance ingredient (fruity-floral ester, structurally analogous to hydrocinnamyl isobutyrate). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 122-74-7 (3-phenylpropyl propanoate) — *verify against supplier CoA*.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrocinnamyl Propionate?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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