INCI name

ETHYL ACETATE

Ethyl acetate

A volatile solvent used in nail products.

What it is

Ethyl acetate is a volatile organic solvent with a sweet, fruity smell. It dissolves film formers in nail polish and evaporates quickly.

Where it is used

Found in nail polishes and nail polish removers.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Solvent
Dissolving other components of cosmetics. Solvents are usually liquids (aqueous and nonaqueous).
Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (440)

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