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CYCLOHEXYLETHYL CROTONATE

CAS 68039-69-0
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ester of cyclohexylethanol and crotonic acid used as a fragrance ingredient providing warm, sweet, and slightly woody notes. Low acute toxicity; not restricted under EU cosmetics law.

Cyclohexylethyl crotonate is an ester fragrance ingredient that contributes warm, sweet-fruity notes to fragrance compositions. It is not listed under any EU restriction annex and has a favourable acute toxicity profile. The compound is stable in cosmetic formulations and compatible with most fragrance and cosmetic base materials.

Skin benefits

  • Adds warm, sweet fragrance notes with good substantivity

Known concerns

  • Low acute toxicity at typical cosmetic use levels
  • Allergen declaration may be required depending on IFRA classification

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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