Synonym(s)
2-phenylethanol; Benzylcarbinol; CAS number: 60-12-8; Phenethanol; Phenethyl Alcohol; Phenylethanolum, Phenylethyl Alcohol
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Phenethyl alcohol, also known as phenylethanol, is a colorless, rose-like smelling liquid used in cosmetic formulations. The substance is soluble in water and ethanol. Phenethyl alcohol occurs naturally in rose oil and neroli oil. The substance acts as a deodorizer (reduces or inhibits an undesirable inherent odor or taste of the product).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer