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Fragrance

ETHYL 2-ACETYLHEPTANOATE

CAS 24317-94-0
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A beta-ketoester fragrance ingredient (ethyl ester of acetyl-heptanoic acid). Fruity-fatty perfumery note used at trace levels with no major hazard flags.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Fruity-fatty fragrance note
  • Used in floral and fruity accords

Known concerns

  • Beta-ketoester reactivity
  • Possible mild skin sensitiser
  • IFRA-restricted
  • Limited public toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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