2-METHYLBUTYL BUTYRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Ester with a fruity, pear-like scent; used as a fragrance ingredient.
2-Methylbutyl butyrate is a fatty acid ester commonly used as a fragrance ingredient for its fruity odor. It is not listed in EU cosmetic regulation Annexes II or III, indicating no specific safety concerns. IFRA does not impose significant restrictions on this material. It is used at low concentrations (typically <1%) as a fragrance component in perfumes, lotions, and toiletries.
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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