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2-Methoxypropyl acetate

CAS 70657-70-4
38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A glycol ether acetate with developmental toxicity concerns; structurally related to 2-methoxypropanol (a known reproductive toxicant) and subject to EU restrictions.

2-Methoxypropyl acetate (CAS 70657-70-4) is a glycol ether acetate structurally related to 2-methoxypropanol, which is classified as a reproductive toxicant (Repro. 1B). While 2-methoxypropyl acetate itself is not explicitly listed in EU Annex II, the structural relationship to a confirmed reproductive toxicant and limited independent toxicological data support a cautious safety score. It has been associated with developmental toxicity in animal studies at high doses, and its use in cosmetic formulations within the EU warrants careful review.

Skin benefits

  • Used as a solvent in some cosmetic formulations

Known concerns

  • Developmental toxicity concern at high doses
  • Structural relationship to reproductive toxicant 2-methoxypropanol
  • Limited independent toxicological data
  • Recommended caution in formulation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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