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ETHYL OCTANOATE

CAS 106-32-1
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Ethyl Octanoate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Ethyl octanoate (CAS 106-32-1) is an ester of octanoic acid and ethanol, found naturally in fruits, dairy, and fermented products. It is listed as a fragrance allergen under IFRA/IOFI guidelines and is generally recognized as safe in food and cosmetics. The SCCS has not identified specific concerns at typical cosmetic use concentrations. It appears on the CosIng database without EU Annex restrictions, confirming its broad acceptability in cosmetic formulations.

Skin benefits

  • Emollient properties
  • Used as a fragrance component contributing to product aesthetics

Known concerns

  • May be classified as a fragrance allergen under IFRA if present above threshold

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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