Fragrance
Methyl 2-Octynoate
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Methyl 2-octynoate — a synthetic floral-violet fragrance with strong sensitiser potential. EU-declared allergen, restricted by IFRA/SCCS to roughly 0.01% in finished products. Cautious avoidance recommended for fragrance-sensitive users.
Skin benefits
- Sweet, violet-like fragrance at trace levels
- Used as a fixative in fine fragrance accords
- Naturally occurs in some essential oils
Known concerns
- EU-declared fragrance allergen with mandatory labelling
- IFRA/SCCS restrict to ~0.01% in finished products due to strong sensitisation potential
- One of the more potent fragrance sensitisers known
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.