Fragrance
METHYL METHYLPENTYLIDENE-AMINOBENZOATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A methyl aminobenzoate derivative used in fragrance and possibly UV-absorption applications. The PABA-style backbone carries a historic sensitisation flag, so the score is cautious.
Function
Skin benefits
- UV-absorbing/conditioning fragrance ester
- Used at trace concentrations
Known concerns
- Aminobenzoate class historically linked to PABA-type sensitisation
- No GHS or CIR dossier identified
- Limited cosmetic safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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