DIHYDROCITRONELLYLBUTYRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An ester of dihydrocitronellol with butyric acid used as a fragrance ingredient with fresh, fruity, and slightly floral notes. Low toxicity; not restricted under EU cosmetics law.
Dihydrocitronellyl butyrate is an ester fragrance ingredient formed from dihydrocitronellol and butyric acid, providing fresh, fruity, and slightly floral notes with good substantivity. It is not listed under EU restriction annexes and has a favourable safety profile in skin tolerability testing. The ester linkage is relatively stable in cosmetic formulations, contributing to its sustained fragrance release.
Skin benefits
- Contributes fresh, fruity fragrance notes with good substantivity
- Ester structure provides sustained fragrance release
Known concerns
- Low concern at typical cosmetic fragrance use levels
- Allergen declaration may be required depending on IFRA classification
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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