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Ethyl Methylphenylglycidate

  • Fragrances
  • CAS 77-83-8
  • IUPAC: Ethyl 3-methyl-3-phenylglycidate

A fragrance ester used at low concentrations. Potential skin sensitizer in susceptible individuals at high concentrations; at fragrance-use levels in car care products the risk is low. No Prop 65 listing. Not a known asthmagen.

Ethyl methylphenylglycidate (also known as 'strawberry aldehyde') is a synthetic fragrance compound that contributes fruity, strawberry-like scent notes. It is used at low concentrations (typically <0.1%) in scented car care products. The compound is biodegradable and not classified for aquatic hazard at use concentrations. As with any fragrance compound, individuals with fragrance sensitivities may react; this is a product-level consideration rather than a significant general-population health concern.

Health & environment profile

VOC
no
Prop 65 listed
no
Asthmagen
no
EPA Safer Choice
no
Aquatic toxicity
no
Biodegradable
yes
Bioaccumulative
no
Persistent
no
Ozone depleting
no
Microplastic
no
PFAS
no
Env. score
4/5
Purpose: Fragrance — strawberry/fruity scent note

1 product contain this

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