Phenethyl Acetate

CAS Number: 103-45-7

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79
80 89
90 100
90

Sources of exposure:

Personal care
Food

Description:

Phenethyl acetate is an ester fragrance and flavor ingredient that occurs naturally in trace amounts in some fruits and fermented products. It is commercially produced for use in perfumery and flavor formulations, where it provides sweet, floral, and honey-like notes.

Health concerns:

Irritant

May cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation.

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