CITRONELLYL FORMATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
CITRONELLYL FORMATE is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulation. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Citronellyl Formate is the formic acid ester of citronellol, a monoterpene found in geranium and rose oils. The formate ester is listed in IFRA guidelines as a fragrance material and is not specifically restricted in EU CosIng beyond the citronellol allergen designation. Formate esters are generally more reactive than other carboxylates, which can affect both fragrance profile and skin compatibility.
Skin benefits
- Provides fresh citrus-rosaceous fragrance with a unique aromatic twist from the formate group
Known concerns
- Citronellol component is an EU Annex III fragrance allergen
- Formate ester may be more reactive than other carboxylic acid esters
- May hydrolyze on skin to release formic acid which is a mild irritant
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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