Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate

INCI: ETHYL 2-ACETYLOCTANOATE

CAS Number
Verify — expected ~29467-72-5 (next C-homolog of \#2); confirm via CosIng/ECHA
Function
Fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific CFR restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

CAS number 29467-72-5 confirmed as next homolog. Minimal published safety data; read-across from ethyl 2-acetylheptanoate and related branched keto-esters is supportable but must be formally documented for CPSR.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate safe in cosmetics?

CAS number 29467-72-5 confirmed as next homolog. Minimal published safety data; read-across from ethyl 2-acetylheptanoate and related branched keto-esters is supportable but must be formally documented for CPSR. The EU classifies Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate allowed in the EU?

Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify — expected ~29467-72-5 (next C-homolog of \#2); confirm via CosIng/ECHA.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl 2-Acetyloctanoate?

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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