Ethyl 2-Methylbutyrate

INCI: ETHYL 2-METHYLBUTYRATE

CAS Number
7452-79-1 [^1_11][^1_12]
Function
Fragrance / Flavoring agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” FEMA GRAS #2443; FDA accepted for food use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

No significant safety concerns. Biodegradable with favorable environmental profile.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl 2-Methylbutyrate safe in cosmetics?

No significant safety concerns. Biodegradable with favorable environmental profile. The EU classifies Ethyl 2-Methylbutyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Ethyl 2-Methylbutyrate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Ethyl 2-Methylbutyrate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl 2-Methylbutyrate functions as: Fragrance / Flavoring agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7452-79-1 [^1_11][^1_12].

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

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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