INCI name

DIMETHYL PHENETHYL ACETATE

Dimethyl phenethyl acetate

Fragrancereviewed

A synthetic fragrance ingredient.

What it is

Dimethyl phenethyl acetate is an ester used in fragrance compositions for a fruity, floral note.

Where it is used

Perfumed cosmetics and household products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 3342-Methyl-1-phenyl- 2-propyl acetate; Dimethylbenzyl Carbinyl Acetate
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2023/1545

Products with this ingredient (326)

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