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Fragrance

METHYL HEPTANOATE

CAS 106-73-0 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A fruity-smelling fatty acid ester used as a fragrance ingredient. Carries a skin irritation warning, so it's used at low fragrance levels rather than as a bulk ingredient.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Used as a fragrance ingredient
  • Volatile ester with fruity scent
  • Generally well tolerated at fragrance levels

Known concerns

  • GHS H315 causes skin irritation
  • H226 flammable liquid and vapor
  • Use only as fragrance trace, not at high concentration

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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