Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol (PEA)

Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol is the backbone of almost every rose accord. It is gentle and inexpensive, so perfumers use it in large amounts to build a natural-smelling rose heart and to round off harsh edges in other florals. Read more about Phenyl Ethyl Alcohol on Wikipedia.

Odour profile

Soft, fresh rose petal with a light honeyed, slightly green edge.

Key facts

Typical usage

Typical level in a fragrance concentrate: 5–30%. These are starting points, not limits. In finished products, dose the complete fragrance oil at the normal level for that product (for example around 15–25% in an alcohol perfume, 6–10% in candles and 1–3% in soap).

Blends well with

Citronellol, Geraniol, Linalool, Hedione, Iso E Super, musks and clove-type spices. See all aroma chemicals.

Tips

• Pair with Citronellol and Geraniol for a fuller, natural rose.
• It is fairly weak, so judge it at real dosage rather than drop by drop.
• Stable in soap and most cosmetic bases.

Safety, compliance and documents

• Follow the IFRA Standards in force for your product category and check the current limit before you finalise a formula.
• For perfumery and product manufacturing only. Not for ingestion. Do not apply undiluted to skin.
• Handle with gloves in a ventilated area. Keep away from children, heat and flames.
• Need the SDS or certificate of analysis for the current batch? Message us on WhatsApp (0321-1739321) before you order and we will share what our supplier provides.
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place.

Packing and exchanges

Packed by weight in sealed bottles. If there is a problem with your order, we offer an exchange within 14 days of delivery (no cash refunds; an unboxing video or photo is required).

FAQs

What does PEA smell like?
Fresh rose petals with a soft honey nuance.

Can I use it in attars?
Yes. It dissolves well in DPG, IPM and most oil bases.