A naturally-derived solvent that helps blend and dissolve other ingredients in the formula, derived from fruit esters like those found in bananas and pears.
Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C7H14O2
Mol. Weight
130.18
CAS #
123-92-2
Form
Liquid
State
Iso-amyl acetate is an oily liquid; colorless; banana odor. Floats and mixes with water. Flammable, irritating vapor is produced. (USCG, 1999)
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Functions
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Dissolves Ingredients
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
Dissolves other ingredients
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester first synthesized in the 19th century, commonly used as a fragrance component mimicking banana or pear scents. Adopted by the cosmetics industry in the early 20th century as a synthetic alternative to natural fragrance compounds.