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VALERIC ACID.

Questionable CAS 109-52-4 / PERFUMING

Valeric acid is a short-chain fatty acid sometimes noted for skin conditioning and emollient properties in cosmetics. It is more commonly utilized as a fragrance ingredient or intermediate in flavor and perfume manufacturing.

Summary

Skin Conditioning Emollient Fragrance

Science

Mechanism of Action

As a short-chain fatty acid, Valeric Acid is broadly associated with skin conditioning and emollient effects. Specific detailed topical mechanisms for direct skincare benefits are not well-documented in the provided data.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Valeric acid has a pKa of 4.82; its solubility increases with higher pH. Formulations require careful pH control due to its acidic and corrosive nature, alongside masking of its strong, unpleasant odor.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk High

CIR deems fatty acids safe with restrictions, yet Valeric Acid is a strong skin irritant and corrosive at higher concentrations. This poses significant safety concerns for topical application, despite its FDA GRAS status for food use.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Questionable

Despite some general emollient mentions, Valeric Acid's high irritancy, corrosive potential, and strong odor make it highly unsuitable for direct topical application in precision skincare formulations.

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