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OCTYL FORMATE.

Questionable CAS 112-32-3 / PERFUMING

Octyl Formate is an organic ester primarily incorporated into cosmetic formulations as a fragrance agent. It imparts a distinctive sweet, fruity aroma, enhancing the sensory experience of products. This compound is also recognized for its applications as a flavoring agent in the food and cosmetic industries.

Summary

Perfuming

Science

Mechanism of Action

Within skincare products, Octyl Formate functions exclusively as a perfuming agent. It contributes to the product's scent profile without demonstrating any direct therapeutic or beneficial actions on the skin itself.

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

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
2%
Sensitization risk Moderate

Human experience reports indicate no irritation or sensitization at a 2% concentration. However, GHS classifications highlight potential skin and serious eye irritation at significantly higher concentrations (30%). It is recognized by the FDA as a food flavoring agent and has been deemed safe at current intake levels by JECFA for this application.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

Octyl Formate serves solely as a fragrance component in skincare and, despite some low-concentration human safety observations, its moderate irritancy rating and lack of direct skin benefits make its inclusion in precision skincare formulations debatable.

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