2,3-XYLENOL is graded A** (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.

2,3-XYLENOL

Safety grade: A**

2,3-Xylenol is a naturally occurring aromatic compound found in coal tar and certain plants that has a distinctive phenolic scent. It belongs to a family of compounds called xylenols, which are essentially slightly modified forms of phenol.

This ingredient is used in cosmetic products as a fragrance component to contribute to or enhance the overall scent of a product.

Graded using: COSING.

Last verified: May 26, 2026