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Methyl 2-Octynoate

Korean: 메틸2-옥티노에이트 · CAS 111-12-6 · Functions: perfuming

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Restricted MFDS restricted ingredients

Conditions (official MFDS text, Korean):
* 배합한도 : 0.01% (메칠옥틴카보네이트와 병용 시 최종제품에서 두 성분의 합은 0.01%, 메칠옥틴카보네이트는 0.002%)

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/89

Maximum: (b) 0.01% when used alone When present in combination with methyl octine carbonate, the combined level in the finished product shall not exceed 0,01 % (of which methyl octine carbonate shall not be more than 0,002 %)

Conditions: Product type: (a) Oral products (b) Other products (a)(b) The presence of the substance must be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1)(g) when its concentration exceeds: - 0.001% in leave-on products - 0.01% in rinse-off products

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Products listing Methyl 2-Octynoate

Also listed as

METHYL 2-OCTYNOATE 메틸2-옥티노에이트

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Methyl 2-Octynoate banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). The maximum allowed is (b) 0.01% · 0,01% · 0,002%. A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Methyl 2-Octynoate banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Restricted” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions). A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Methyl 2-Octynoate allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Methyl 2-Octynoate used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: perfuming.

What is Methyl 2-Octynoate called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 메틸2-옥티노에이트.

Which K-beauty products contain Methyl 2-Octynoate?

1 products we checked list it, for example Holika Holika Aloe Hydro Formula 96% Soothing Gel 8.45 fl. oz..

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-Octynoate?

CAS 111-12-6 (from official records).

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