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HEXYL METHYLBUTYRATE.

Optional CAS 10032-15-2 / PERFUMING

Hexyl Methylbutyrate is an ester primarily utilized in personal care products to impart a desirable sweet, fruity, and apple-like fragrance with subtle floral undertones. Its role is strictly olfactory, enhancing the sensory profile of formulations.

Summary

perfuming

Science

Mechanism of Action

Hexyl Methylbutyrate functions exclusively as a fragrance ingredient by contributing its characteristic sweet, fruity aroma. It does not possess any identified biological mechanism of action that confers therapeutic or cosmetic benefits to the skin, such as hydration, antioxidant activity, or anti-aging effects.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Hexyl Methylbutyrate is recognized for its fragrance properties and is not typically associated with overstated claims or controversial efficacy in skincare.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

For optimal stability, Hexyl Methylbutyrate should be stored in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment. Protection from direct sunlight and heat sources is essential to prevent oxidation and contamination. The compound is reported to be stable under these conditions.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Strong reducing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Low

Hexyl Methylbutyrate is recognized as a Flavoring Agent and Food Additive by the FDA and is listed as a Fragrance Ingredient by IFRA. No specific safety assessments by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) or the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) have been conducted for its use in cosmetics, meaning a maximum safe concentration by these bodies is currently undetermined. While PubChem indicates that it does not meet GHS hazard criteria in 59.9% of reports, some classifications note it as a flammable liquid and potentially toxic to aquatic life. It is recommended that this ingredient be diluted before direct skin application to minimize the risk of irritation. Human experience data suggests no irritation or sensitization occurred at a 10% solution.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Optional

Hexyl Methylbutyrate is an optional ingredient, valuable for imparting a pleasant aroma in skincare, exhibiting a low irritancy risk when properly diluted, but offering no intrinsic benefits to skin health.

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