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Fragrance ester

HEPTYL FORMATE

CAS 112-23-2
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Heptyl formate is a fruity-smelling synthetic ester used as a fragrance ingredient in perfume compositions. Formate esters can release irritating formic acid on hydrolysis, requiring careful use level control.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Fruity fragrance ingredient with pleasant aroma
  • Used at very low levels in fine perfume compositions

Known concerns

  • Formate esters can hydrolyze to formic acid which is irritant
  • Eye and skin irritation potential noted in PubChem GHS data
  • IFRA use-level restrictions apply
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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