Skip to content

Other

PROPYL VALERATE

CAS 141-06-0
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Propyl Valerate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Propyl valerate (propyl pentanoate) is the ester of propyl alcohol and valeric acid, functioning primarily as a fragrance ingredient and skin-conditioning agent. It has GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for food use and is not restricted in EU cosmetic regulation EC 1223/2009. It shows low acute toxicity and is not a significant skin sensitizer at use levels.

Skin benefits

  • Fragrance component providing pleasant odor
  • Conditions and softens skin surface
  • Contributes to smooth product texture

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related others

83
AMMONIUM COCOYL SARCOSINATE
Other
 83
CHITOSAN LAUROYL GLYCINATE
Other
 83
CISTUS INCANUS CALLUS LYSATE
Other
 83
COCAMIDOPROPYL MORPHOLINE LACTATE
Other
 83
DIETHYL MALATE
Other
 83
ERUCAMIDE
Other
 83
ETHYL 2,4-DICARBOETHOXY PANTOTHENATE
Other
 83
ETHYL CINNAMATE
Other

Check your shelf

Find PROPYL VALERATE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains PROPYL VALERATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.