CAS No: 60-12-8
FEMA No: 2858
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Other Name: 2-Phenylethanol
 
Odor Profile:
Mild, floral, rose-like, honey-like
Fresh, slightly sweet, with natural rosy nuance
Softer and less intense than phenyl ethyl acetate
Uses & Applications:
Fragrance Industry:
One of the most important materials for rose accords
Used in perfumes, soaps, detergents, creams, lotions, and shampoos
Improves roundness and natural floral quality in compositions
Flavor Industry (FEMA 2858):
Adds mild floral-honey note
Used in fruit flavors (grape, strawberry, raspberry), honey, and beverages
Other Uses:
Sometimes used as a preservative due to mild antimicrobial properties