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ISOBUTYL FORMATE.

Insufficient Data CAS 542-55-2 / PERFUMING

Isobutyl Formate is an organic ester predominantly employed as a fragrance component to impart specific aromatic qualities to cosmetic products and the skin. Its primary function is to enhance the sensory experience of formulations through its scent profile.

Summary

fragrance ingredient

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by volatilizing efficiently from product surfaces or the skin, thereby releasing its characteristic scent. This process enhances the olfactory appeal and overall sensory experience of a cosmetic formulation.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Isobutyl Formate, as an ester, demonstrates instability in extreme pH environments. It reacts exothermically with both acids and caustic solutions. Furthermore, strong oxidizing acids can precipitate a vigorous exothermic reaction, and mixing with alkali metals or hydrides leads to the generation of flammable hydrogen. These incompatibilities necessitate careful formulation to maintain product stability and safety.

Conflicts

  • acids
  • strong oxidizing acids
  • caustic solutions
  • alkali metals
  • hydrides

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Low

The Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) has conducted a safety assessment indicating that Isobutyl Formate does not present a concern for skin sensitization at current declared levels of use. It is recognized by the FDA as a GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) flavoring agent (FEMA 2197, GRAS 3, 25), suitable for food and cosmetic applications per FDA CFR 21. However, a direct, final CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) opinion, SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety) opinion, or specified maximum concentration for Isobutyl Formate in cosmetic products is not currently available.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While serving as a common fragrance with a low reported sensitization risk, the lack of a comprehensive CIR safety assessment and unknown irritancy and comedogenicity data renders its overall profile insufficient for a definitive assessment in precision skincare.

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