Methyl 2-Octynoate

  • May Worsen Eczema
  • May Cause Irritation
  • May Worsen Redness
  • May Irritate Lips
  • EU Listed Allergen
  • Fragrance
  • Synthetic Fragrance

Not rated A basic ingredient widely used in most products, such as purified water, or one that is not suitable for star-rating-based preference analysis.

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About Methyl 2-Octynoate

Methyl 2-Octynoate is an ester made by combining parts derived from an acid and an alcohol.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to add fragrance to products or adjust the characteristic odor of raw materials.[4] In South Korea, it may be used at up to 0.01%. When formulated with Methyl Octine Carbonate, the combined amount of both ingredients must not exceed 0.01% in the finished product, and Methyl Octine Carbonate may not exceed 0.002%.[2] In Europe, the ingredient name must be declared when used at more than 0.001% in leave-on products or 0.01% in rinse-off products.[3]

Methyl 2-Octynoate Details

Ingredient function
Perfuming
Main product categories
Perfume, Body Cream, Body Lotion
INCI name
METHYL 2-OCTYNOATE
CosIng ID
40692

Methyl 2-Octynoate References

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