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3-ETHYLPYRIDINE

CAS 536-78-7
45

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

3-ETHYLPYRIDINE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

3-Ethylpyridine is a heterocyclic aromatic compound used as a fragrance ingredient contributing tobacco-like and animalic notes. Pyridine derivatives can be irritants and sensitizers, and the toxicological profile of this specific compound is not well-established. No EU-specific restrictions currently apply, but the compound requires further safety evaluation before widespread use. Its use in cosmetic products is limited to low concentrations in fragrance compositions.

Skin benefits

  • Used as a fragrance component in trace amounts

Known concerns

  • Limited toxicological data
  • Potential skin and eye irritant
  • Pyridine structure warrants caution

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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