AMYLCYCLOPENTANONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cyclopentanone fragrance delivering fruity, apricot-like and slightly woody notes. Low concern ingredient widely used in perfumery with no EU restrictions at standard use levels.
Amylcyclopentanone (also called 2-pentylcyclopentanone) is a synthetic fragrance ingredient valued for its fruity, peachy-apricot note used in fine fragrances and cosmetic products. It is not listed under EU Annex II, III, or IV restrictions, and has a clean safety profile in repeated patch testing at typical cosmetic use levels according to IFRA recommendations.
Skin benefits
- Provides pleasant fruity fragrance character to cosmetics
Known concerns
- Low concern at standard cosmetic use levels
- May require allergen declaration in the EU depending on source
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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