INCI name

ETHYLENE BRASSYLATE

Ethylene brassylate

A synthetic macrocyclic musk used as a fragrance ingredient.

What it is

Ethylene brassylate is 1,4-dioxacycloheptadecane-5,17-dione, a synthetic macrocyclic diester with a musky odour. CosIng lists it as a fragrance and tonic ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in perfumes, deodorants, shower gels, creams and other scented products.

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.

The INCI name does not reveal the purity of the material or which other fragrance components it is combined with.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Tonic
Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (36)

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