Linalyl Butyrate

INCI: LINALYL BUTYRATE

CAS Number
78-36-4
Function
Perfuming
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed; FEMA 2639, GRAS for flavor use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Generally regarded as safe; low toxicity; cleared at RIFM screening level ; possible antimicrobial properties noted. Ester of linalool and butyric acid; colorless to pale yellow liquid; fruity, floral, citrus, and berry aroma; MW 224.34; insoluble in water

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linalyl Butyrate safe in cosmetics?

Generally regarded as safe; low toxicity; cleared at RIFM screening level ; possible antimicrobial properties noted. Ester of linalool and butyric acid; colorless to pale yellow liquid; fruity, floral, citrus, and berry aroma; MW 224.34; insoluble in water The EU classifies Linalyl Butyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Linalyl Butyrate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Linalyl Butyrate do in cosmetics?

Linalyl Butyrate functions as: Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 78-36-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Linalyl Butyrate?

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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