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ETHYL 3,5,5-TRIMETHYLHEXANOATE.

Optional CAS 67707-75-9 / PERFUMING

Ethyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate is primarily employed as a fragrance ingredient within cosmetic formulations. It is recognized for its stability and has been assessed as safe for use by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel, with no indications of cytotoxicity, genotoxicity, or skin sensitization.

Summary

fragrance ingredient perfuming

Science

Mechanism of Action

This compound primarily functions by imparting a pleasant scent to cosmetic products, enhancing their sensory appeal. It does not possess known active mechanisms for direct physiological effects on the skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Ethyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate is utilized solely for its fragrance properties, not for any direct skin benefits, and therefore is not an ingredient commonly associated with efficacy 'dusting'.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Exhibits stability across most common cosmetic media.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
77.3%
Sensitization risk Low

The CIR Expert Panel determined this ingredient, as part of a group of alkyl ethylhexanoates, to be safe when formulated to be non-irritating. Data indicates it is negative for cytotoxicity and genotoxicity. It is not considered a skin sensitizer and poses no expected concern for photoirritation or photoallergenicity. Maximum reported concentrations for this class are 77.3% in rinse-off and 52% in leave-on products.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

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Ethyl 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate is a safe and stable fragrance component, adding sensory value without direct skin benefits.

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