Ethyl Valerate
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethyl pentanoate
What does it do?
Ethyl Valerate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Ethyl Valerate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethyl Valerate?
Ethyl Valerate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethyl pentanoate
Is Ethyl Valerate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl Valerate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Valerate do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Valerate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Ethyl Valerate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethyl Valerate is 539-82-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/03/2011