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Ethyl Acetoacetate

  • Fragrances
  • CAS 141-97-9
  • IUPAC: Ethyl 3-oxobutanoate

No GHS hazard classification at use concentrations. At trace fragrance levels in car care products, no meaningful health risk. Not Prop 65 listed. Not a known asthmagen.

Ethyl acetoacetate is an ester fragrance ingredient used for its sweet, fruity, and cherry-like scent notes. Present at trace concentrations in scented detailing products. Readily biodegradable, no aquatic toxicity classification, not a VOC of regulatory concern at fragrance-use concentrations.

Health & environment profile

VOC
yes
Prop 65 listed
no
Asthmagen
no
EPA Safer Choice
no
Aquatic toxicity
no
Biodegradable
yes
Bioaccumulative
no
Persistent
no
Ozone depleting
no
Microplastic
no
PFAS
no
Purpose: Fragrance component — sweet, fruity scent note

No products on file contain this (yet)

Health summaries are editorial — we synthesize from SDSs, peer-reviewed sources, and regulatory listings. Not medical advice.