HOMOLINALYL ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A linalool-related sesquiterpene acetate used as a fragrance ingredient; no EU regulatory restrictions, but the linalool structural class is known for potential oxidation and sensitization.
Homolinalyl acetate is a tertiary allylic acetate structurally related to linalool, a major fragrance terpene. As with other linalool derivatives, it is not listed in EU cosmetic regulatory annexes with restrictions. However, the allylic acetate structure is theoretically susceptible to autoxidation, forming hydroperoxides that may act as skin sensitizers; industry guidelines recommend storage restrictions and antioxidant addition to formulations containing this class of compounds.
Skin benefits
- Floral fragrance component with linalool-like character
Known concerns
- Potential oxidation-derived sensitization risk
- Required to be protected from air exposure during storage
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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