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Expert Verdict
Permitted fragrance ingredient with goaty odor at extremely low threshold (1.8 ppb); skin and eye irritant at concentrated levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 4-Ethyloctanoic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Permitted fragrance ingredient with goaty odor at extremely low threshold (1.8 ppb); skin and eye irritant at concentrated levels. The EU classifies 4-Ethyloctanoic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is 4-Ethyloctanoic Acid allowed in the EU?
4-Ethyloctanoic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 4-Ethyloctanoic Acid do in cosmetics?
4-Ethyloctanoic Acid functions as: Fragrance/Flavoring agent with goaty, fatty character; used in food flavors. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16493-80-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for 4-Ethyloctanoic Acid?
adequate 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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