Aliphatic ketone solvent
ETHYL PROPYL KETONE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Ethyl propyl ketone (3-hexanone) is a small volatile ketone with a sharp fruity smell. It can act as fragrance or solvent but is flammable and defatting, with limited cosmetic precedent.
Skin benefits
- Volatile ketone usable as fragrance note or solvent
- Provides a pungent fruity aroma in trace amounts
Known concerns
- Flammable liquid, defatting to skin on direct contact
- Eye and respiratory irritant in vapor form
- Limited cosmetic use; not a positively listed fragrance material in many compendia
- No SCCS opinion specific to topical use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.