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ALLYL HEPTANOATE.

Optional CAS 142-19-8 / PERFUMING

Allyl heptanoate is an ester primarily utilized as a fragrance ingredient, imparting a characteristic fruity, pineapple-like scent to cosmetic formulations. It serves as a masking agent, enhancing product appeal without direct therapeutic action.

Summary

perfuming

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions solely as a perfuming and masking agent on the skin, delivering a 'pineapple' or 'fruity' aroma. It does not possess documented biological mechanisms of action such as antioxidant or anti-aging properties.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 4 – 8
0 7 14

Stability

Highly stable in most cosmetic vehicles, this ester may undergo hydrolysis in extremely acidic (pH < 3) or alkaline (pH > 9) environments.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Strong acids
  • Strong bases

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
2%
Sensitization risk Low

RIFM and IFRA assessments confirm safety up to 2.0% in cosmetics, consistent with FDA GRAS status for food flavoring. While undiluted forms can cause irritation, it is not considered a sensitizer at common usage levels.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

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Allyl heptanoate is a safe and effective perfuming agent at recommended concentrations, offering no direct skin benefits.

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