middle note spicy Clove

Eugenyl Acetate

Also known as: Acetyl eugenol, 4-Allyl-2-methoxyphenyl acetate

Spicy, clove-like, sweet, slightly floral, mild

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 93-28-7
Manufacturers Various

About Eugenyl Acetate

The acetate ester of eugenol with a milder, sweeter spicy character.

Molecular Information

Molecular Formula C12H14O3
Molecular Weight 206.24 g/mol
Density 1.077-1.082 (supercooled liquid)
InChIKey SCCDQYPEOIRVGX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information

Warning

GHS Classification

Acute toxicity, oral

Hazard Statements

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
Sources: PubChem