3-ISOPENTENYL ISOVALERATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A fragrance ingredient used to add fruity, apple-like notes to cosmetic scents.
3-Isopentenyl isovalerate (prenyl isovalerate) is an ester formed from 3-isopentenyl alcohol and isovaleric acid. Esters of this type are commonly found in fruits and plants as natural aroma compounds. They are generally stable, have low irritation potential, and are used in fragrance compositions for their fruity notes. No EU restrictions apply to this specific compound, and it is considered safe at typical fragrance use concentrations.
Skin benefits
- Provides fruity fragrance note
- Used as a natural flavor/fragrance compound
Known concerns
- Generally low concern - limited human data at cosmetic use levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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