Is Hydrocinnamyl Propionate safe in cosmetics?
Hydrocinnamyl Propionate has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Hydrocinnamyl Propionate
INCI: HYDROCINNAMYL PROPIONATE
Hydrocinnamyl Propionate (CAS 122-74-7 (3-phenylpropyl propanoate) — *verify against supplier CoA*) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance ingredient (fruity-floral ester, structurally analogous to. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
122-74-7 (3-phenylpropyl propanoate) — *verify against supplier CoA*
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Function
Fragrance ingredient (fruity-floral ester, structurally analogous to hydrocinnamyl isobutyrate)
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US 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, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hydrocinnamyl Propionate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Hydrocinnamyl Propionate.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
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*.
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