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Fragrance

ETHYL 2-OCTENOATE

CAS 2351-90-8 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A short-chain unsaturated ester used as a green-fruity perfume note. PubChem returns no GHS hazards; cosmetic-specific safety data is moderate.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Green fruity perfume note
  • Stable ester
  • Common aroma chemical

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic dossier
  • Possible mild irritant
  • Fragrance allergen baseline

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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