Safety Notes
Nail polish solvent; faster evaporation than butyl acetate; generally recognised as safe; inhalation in poor ventilation, advisory
Function & Common Use
Function
Solvent
Category
Solvent
Common In
Nail lacquers nail polish remover perfumery
Origin
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Acetate safe to use in skincare?
Ethyl Acetate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Nail polish solvent; faster evaporation than butyl acetate; generally recognised as safe; inhalation in poor ventilation, advisory
Is Ethyl Acetate allowed in India?
Ethyl Acetate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Ethyl Acetate used for in cosmetics?
Ethyl Acetate functions as: Solvent. It is commonly found in: Nail lacquers nail polish remover perfumery.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Identifiers
CAS141-78-6
EC205-500-4
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