2,4-XYLENOL is graded A** (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.

2,4-XYLENOL

Safety grade: A**

2,4-Xylenol is a naturally occurring aromatic compound found in coal tar and certain plant sources that has a distinct phenolic scent. It is a type of phenol, which is essentially a benzene ring with an alcohol group attached.

It is used in cosmetic products as a fragrance ingredient to contribute to or enhance the overall scent of a formula.

Graded using: COSING.

Last verified: May 26, 2026