Methyl 2-Octynoate
Fragrance
Fragrances are the ingredients in your skincare that either neutralize bad scents or are used to make a product smell good. Fragrances come in 3 forms: synthetic, natural, or essential oils.
EU Allergen
A list of the most-known allergic substances from the European Union's Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
May cause Irritation
These ingredients are considered potential irritants, meaning they can cause irritation - but not necessarily for everyone. Everyone’s skin is different, so what bothers one person’s skin may be completely fine for someone else.
Explained
Methyl 2-Octynoate is a fatty-acid ester.
It is a known EU allergen and may result in allergies when applied to the skin. According to the EU chemicals agency, it is also harmful to marine life.
The scent of methyl 2-octynoate is described as "green", or resembling vegetables, leaves, and cucumbers
See all 55 products with Methyl 2-Octynoate
What it does
Perfuming
A substance that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor, especially a volatile liquid distilled from flowers or preparedsynthetically.
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Haircare
Cleansers
Sunscreens
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%
References
Products with Methyl 2-Octynoate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
40692
INCI Name
METHYL 2-OCTYNOATE
EC #
 203-836-6
All Functions
Perfuming
