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Solvent

METHYL AMYL KETONE

CAS 110-43-0 Updated
40

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A short-chain ketone (2-heptanone) with a fruity-banana scent. Flammable and harmful if swallowed or inhaled; used at trace fragrance levels but not in significant cosmetic concentrations.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Solvent and fragrance ketone
  • Banana/fruity scent note
  • Used at trace levels in flavour

Known concerns

  • Flammable liquid (H226)
  • Harmful if swallowed (H302) or inhaled (H332)
  • Skin/eye irritation potential
  • Not for high-% leave-on use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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