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PROPYL BUTYRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Propyl Butyrate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Propyl butyrate is an ester widely used in the fragrance and flavor industry, listed in the CosIng database under fragrance function. It has no restrictions in EU Annexes II–VI of Regulation EC 1223/2009 and is considered to have low acute toxicity. It may contribute to fragrance allergen labeling requirements in some member states depending on concentration and IFRA standards.
Skin benefits
- Provides pleasant fruity fragrance
- Conditions skin as an emollient
- Improves product sensory profile
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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