Fragrance
ETHYL 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Ethyl ester of beta-hydroxybutyric acid. Mild fruity fragrance and solvent; the hydroxybutyrate scaffold is a normal human metabolite, supporting low intrinsic toxicity.
Function
Skin benefits
- Mild fruity-floral fragrance ester
- Solvent/co-solvent role
Known concerns
- Possible mild skin sensitiser
- Limited cosmetic-specific data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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