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PENTAMETHYL-2-HEPTANOL.

Questionable CAS 87118-95-4 / PERFUMING

PENTAMETHYL-2-HEPTANOL is a branched chain saturated alcohol primarily utilized for its aromatic properties within cosmetic and personal care formulations.

Summary

Fragrance

Science

Mechanism of Action

This compound functions exclusively as a fragrance ingredient, imparting a specific scent profile to products.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

PENTAMETHYL-2-HEPTANOL is typically an oil and does not present dusting concerns during formulation.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

Formal safety assessments by authoritative bodies such as CIR, SCCS, or FDA are not available for PENTAMETHYL-2-HEPTANOL. However, chemically similar alcohol compounds, for instance 2-Heptanol, have been noted to potentially cause skin and eye irritation. Aggregated GHS hazard information for 2-Heptanol, 3,4,5,6,6-pentamethyl- is accessible via ECHA.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

As an unreviewed fragrance ingredient with no known skin benefits and a potential for irritation based on similar compounds, its inclusion in precision skincare is questionable.

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