Para-cresyl methyl ether
Floral · CAS 104-93-8 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Para cresyl methyl ether has a pungent, sweet ylang-ylang-like floral aroma with powdery, nutty, and camphoraceous undertones that soften into a greener, almost fruity character on dilution.
At a glance
| Scent family | Floral |
| CAS number | 104-93-8 |
| Uses | Adds raw power and animalic depth to ylang, narcissus, and white flower accords. |
| Longevity | Lasts > 4 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Clear Liquid |
| INCI name | P-METHYLANISOLE |
| IUPAC name | 1-methoxy-4-methylbenzene |
IFRA usage limits (51st Amendment)
Maximum concentration in the finished consumer product, by IFRA category, drawn from official IFRA Standards and manufacturer certificates. Reference data — always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
| Category | Application | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 14% |
| Category 2 | Deodorants & antiperspirants | 50% |
| Category 3 | Eye products, men's facial creams (fingertip) | 50% |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance, hydroalcoholic on skin | 50% |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 50% |
| Category 5B | Face moisturiser | 5% |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 50% |
| Category 5D | Baby cream, oil & talc | 10% |
| Category 6 | Oral & lip care (toothpaste, mouthwash) | 50% |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 50% |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | Unrestricted |
| Category 8 | Significant anogenital exposure | Unrestricted |
| Category 9 | Rinse-off body & hand (soap, shower gel) | 50% |
| Category 10A | Household care, non-spray | 50% |
| Category 10B | Household aerosol / spray | 50% |
| Category 11A | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. wipes) | 10% |
| Category 11B | Skin contact, minimal transfer (e.g. fabrics) | 10% |
| Category 12 | Not intended for skin contact (candles, detergents) | Unrestricted |
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Fraterworks | from $3.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $6.25 | View → |
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