3-Isopentenyl Acetate

INCI: 3-ISOPENTENYL ACETATE

CAS Number
1191-16-8
Function
Fragrance ingredient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; FEMA GRAS for flavor

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Standard fragrance ester with GRAS status for flavor use; no significant safety concerns at typical cosmetic concentrations.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3-Isopentenyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?

Standard fragrance ester with GRAS status for flavor use; no significant safety concerns at typical cosmetic concentrations. The EU classifies 3-Isopentenyl Acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 3-Isopentenyl Acetate allowed in the EU?

3-Isopentenyl Acetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 3-Isopentenyl Acetate do in cosmetics?

3-Isopentenyl Acetate functions as: Fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1191-16-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Isopentenyl Acetate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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