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Fragrance

ETHYLACETOACETATE ETHYLENE GLYCOL KETAL

CAS 6413-10-1 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A protected fragrance precursor — an acetal of ethyl acetoacetate and ethylene glycol — used as a slow-release scent carrier and solvent. Sits in the moderate band due to limited safety data and fragrance-allergen status.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Slow-release fragrance carrier
  • Acts as a co-solvent for other fragrance materials
  • Stable in neutral and slightly acidic formulations

Known concerns

  • Hydrolysis under acidic skin conditions can release ethylene glycol traces
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
  • Fragrance ingredient — broad sensitization risk for fragrance-allergic users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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