BUTYL LEVULINATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An ester derived from levulinic acid and butanol — works as a skin-conditioning agent with a pleasant, mild scent; low concern at typical cosmetic levels.
Butyl levulinate is the ester of levulinic acid (4-oxopentanoic acid) and n-butanol. It is used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning agent and sometimes as a fragrance ingredient due to its mild, fruity odor. Levulinic acid derivatives are generally low in toxicity, and the esterification with butanol reduces any acid-related irritation potential. No regulatory restrictions are noted in EU CosIng or US FDA listings for cosmetic use.
Skin benefits
- Conditions and softens skin
- Mild emollient properties
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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