1-Phenyl-1-propanol
AKA “1-Phenylpropan-1-ol, 93-54-9, Phenylpropanol, Phenycholon, Felicur, Livonal, Ejibil, Fepar, Felitrope
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Ingredient Facts
1-Phenyl-1-propanol
AKA: 1-Phenylpropan-1-ol, 93-54-9, Phenylpropanol, Phenycholon, Felicur, Livonal, Ejibil, Fepar, Felitrope
Ingredient · Solvent · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Solvent
Not Clean
1-Phenyl-1-propanol has been reported in Solanum lycopersicum with data available.
Solubility 0.6 g/L @ 20 °C (exp)
Formula
C9H12O
Mol. Weight
136.19
CAS #
93-54-9
Form
Liquid
State
Oily liquid with a mild ester-like odor; [Merck Index] Clear colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
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Functions
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Traditional Use
A synthetic alcohol developed for use in modern cosmetic formulations as a solvent and preservative booster. Created to provide stability and sensory properties in skincare and fragrance products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR