HEPTYL ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A fatty acetate ester with a pleasant fruity-banana odor, naturally present in several fruits and used safely as a fragrance in cosmetics at low concentrations.
Heptyl acetate (n-heptyl acetate) is a straight-chain acetate ester found naturally in fermented beverages and various fruits, contributing a banana-citrus note. It is not regulated in EU cosmetic annexes and has been assessed as safe by fragrance evaluation bodies at current use levels. Standard acute toxicity and skin sensitization studies show a favorable profile, with no evidence of genotoxicity or carcinogenicity.
Skin benefits
- Fruity banana fragrance
- Natural occurrence in fruits supports consumer acceptance
Known concerns
- May cause mild irritation at high concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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