PHENETHYL 2-ETHYLBUTYRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Floral-rosy fragrance ester that adds warm, fruity notes to perfumes.
Phenethyl 2-ethylbutyrate is an ester of phenethyl alcohol (rose note) and 2-ethylbutyric acid, used as a fragrance ingredient. It is not listed in EU Annexes II or III, has no IFRA restrictions, and has a long history of safe use in perfumes and cosmetic products. It contributes fruity top notes to fragrance compositions.
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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