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Ethyl Acetoacetate

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

Ethyl Acetoacetate (CAS 141-97-9) appears in 1 of the 2,122 car-care products CarCareTruth tracks (as of August 2026). It is classified as a VOC.

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

Common questions about Ethyl Acetoacetate

What is Ethyl Acetoacetate used for in car care?
Fragrance component — sweet, fruity scent note
Is Ethyl Acetoacetate a VOC?
Yes. Ethyl Acetoacetate is classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).
Is Ethyl Acetoacetate on California's Proposition 65 list?
No. Ethyl Acetoacetate is not on California's Proposition 65 list.
Is Ethyl Acetoacetate biodegradable?
Yes. Ethyl Acetoacetate has a confirmed biodegradable profile.

1 product contain this

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Health and environment notes translate the manufacturer Safety Data Sheet, the GHS classification, and authoritative regulatory listings (California Prop 65, EPA). Not medical advice. They describe the ingredient itself; whether a hazard applies to a finished product depends on its concentration and how it's used.