Heptyl Butyrate

INCI: HEPTYL BUTYRATE

CAS Number
5870-93-9
Function
Fragrance / flavoring agent with fruity, chamomile-like odor
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” FEMA 2549 (GRAS)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No standalone RIFM monograph publicly available; safety argument relies on FEMA GRAS status and aliphatic ester class read-across; individual MOE calculation recommended for CPSR.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heptyl Butyrate safe in cosmetics?

No standalone RIFM monograph publicly available; safety argument relies on FEMA GRAS status and aliphatic ester class read-across; individual MOE calculation recommended for CPSR. The EU classifies Heptyl Butyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Heptyl Butyrate allowed in the EU?

Heptyl Butyrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Heptyl Butyrate do in cosmetics?

Heptyl Butyrate functions as: Fragrance / flavoring agent with fruity, chamomile-like odor. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5870-93-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Heptyl Butyrate?

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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