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Fragrance

2-METHYLPENT-2-ENYL ACETATE

CAS 1838-88-6
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A small fruity-green fragrance ester. Flammability is the only formal hazard call-out; in finished cosmetics it is used at trace levels with no specific consumer-safety alarm.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Fruity/green fragrance ester
  • Used at low % in fragrance compounds
  • Stable in formula

Known concerns

  • Flammable liquid (H226)
  • Possible mild skin/eye irritation at higher %
  • Limited dermal sensitisation data
  • Fragrance allergen for some users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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