Odour strength
Not listed
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Butyl Lactate
Price range: £6.79 through £101.99
Odour description (decreasing) Creamy, Dairy, Milky, Earthy, Ketonic, Waxy, Lactonic, Vanilla, Cheesy
About this material
Butyl lactate is a lactate acid ester that is clear with a characteristic odour. Its application in cosmetic formulations has significantly increased due to its emulsifying and exfoliating properties, making it a useful addition to many cosmetic and personal care applications.
Butyl Lactate adds synthetic butter, butterscotch, caramel, and fruit notes to compositions and is very useful as a solvent for not only fragrance, but also, creams, lotions and soaps.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
CreamySmooth, rounded texture
DairyListed odour facet
MilkyListed odour facet
Note position
Top note · Base note
TopOpening impression
HeartMain fragrance character
BaseLasting foundation
Material character
A closer lookTenacity / substantivity
Not listed
Fragrance development
TopHeartBase
Top note · Base note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Generic material data
CAS-linked compound referenceMolecular identity
C7H14O3
CAS-linked compound reference — Butyl Lactate
This compound record is linked to the explicitly recorded CAS number. It is not supplier confirmation of the supplied grade, purity, stereochemistry, isomer proportions or complete composition.
- Reference molecular weight
- 146.18 g/mol
- Reference IUPAC name
- butyl 2-hydroxypropanoate
More compound properties
Computed and structural reference properties for the named compound. These are not measured supplier specifications or properties of a complete dilution, mixture or batch.
- XLogP (computed)
- 1.1
- Exact mass (Da)
- 146.094294304
- Monoisotopic mass (Da)
- 146.094294304
- Topological polar surface area (Ų)
- 46.5
- Complexity
- 101
- Formal charge
- 0
- Hydrogen bond donors
- 1
- Hydrogen bond acceptors
- 3
- Rotatable bonds
- 5
- Heavy atoms
- 10
- Isotope atoms
- 0
- Atom stereocentres
- 1
- Bond stereocentres
- 0
- Covalent units
- 1
- SMILES
- CCCCOC(=O)C(C)O
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C7H14O3/c1-3-4-5-10-7(9)6(2)8/h6,8H,3-5H2,1-2H3
- InChIKey
- MRABAEUHTLLEML-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Reference data checked 2026-10-27.
CAS 138-22-7 · reference checked 2026-10-27.
Fragrance allergen reference
Generic regulatory reference only. This is not a supplier allergen declaration, measured composition, allergen-free claim or finished-product labelling assessment.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
European Union / Northern Ireland
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 · Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 with 11 November 2025 corrigendum; checked 2026-10-26.
Held EU transition dates: placing noncompliant products on the market until 2026-07-31; making them available until 2028-07-31. Check applicability and current law for the intended market. 2025 corrigendum.
Great Britain
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III (Great Britain) · legislation.gov.uk current text checked 2026-10-26.
Current supplier composition or allergen declarations are required to assess naturals, bases, mixtures and actual concentrations. Reference data checked 2026-10-26; bundle 2026-10-27. Supplementary private documents remain separate.
Product specification
Physical stateLiquidReviewed product form
| CAS number | 138-22-7 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Creamy, Dairy, Milky, Earthy, Ketonic, Waxy, Lactonic, Vanilla, Cheesy |
| Solvent | None |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Propanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, Butyl Ester, Lactic Acid, n-Butyl Lactate, 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid Butyl Ester, Lactic Acid n-Butyl Ester, Butyl Ester Kyseliny Mlecne, Butyl α-Hydroxypropionate, Butyl 2-Hydroxypropanoate, NSC 6533 |
Safety & handling
Listed handling information2 hazard statements4 precautions
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements:
- H315 Causes skin irritation.
- H318 Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary statements:
- P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
- P302+P352+P332+P313 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/atention.
- P305+P351+P338+P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
- P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Professional/Industrial use only.
Datasheets & customer documents
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Documentation Supply PolicyIFRA formulation guide
Generic reference only — not an IFRA certificate, compliance decision or use recommendation. The Responsible Person and qualified safety assessor must assess the actual finished formula using current applicable IFRA Standards, supplementary documentation where available and the CPSR.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.
No direct IFRA overview entry matched the recorded CAS in this held dataset. This does not mean unrestricted use, absence of relevant Standards or compliance. Constituent restrictions may still apply.
IFRA source overview · Individual IFRA Standards and supplementary documentation
Supplier certificates and private documents are separate evidence. Their availability does not determine whether this generic guide is shown. This is a dated local reference, not a live regulatory feed.
Creative ideas to explore
Creative directions, not tested formulas.
Garden after rain
With leafy and root-like directionsExplore an earthy garden sketch by pairing the listed character with a green leaf or root direction. Keep those two options separate at first so you can distinguish a fresh soil idea from a denser, darker one.
Roots and timber
With dry and soft wood contrastsBuild an earthy wood study around a deliberately simple wood accord. Compare a dry outline with a smoother variation, noting which makes the material’s character easier to recognise and which turns the sketch into something new.
Rose in the ground
With a familiar rose accordSet the earthy material against a clear rose reference for a flower-and-soil concept. Evaluate the contrast before adding sweetness or spice; the aim is to decide whether the earthy accent enriches your imagined scene.
| Volume | 10ml, 30ml, 100ml, 250g, 500g, 1kg |
|---|
Dilution Information
MaterialFragrance ingredient
Carrier / solventAs specified for the product
Supplied dilutionCheck the ratio and carrier
Concept illustration only; no dilution ratio or carrier is implied for this material. Refer to the product specification and label.
The suffix D forms part of the product name and indicates that the material is supplied as a dilution rather than at full strength.
POD = Precious Oil Dilution, typically intended for aromatherapy applications.
AOD = Absolute Oil Dilution, indicating that the product is supplied as a diluted absolute.
The dilution ratio and carrier/solvent are stated within the product specification and will also be shown on the product label.
IMPORTANT: Customers should always rely on the product specification when confirming the concentration and carrier/solvent supplied.
While we endeavour to ensure that product names and suffixes accurately reflect the material supplied, the product specification (including the stated dilution ratio and carrier/solvent) shall take precedence in the event of any omission, abbreviation, naming variation, or delayed update to a product title.
Please ensure you have selected the correct material, concentration, dilution ratio and carrier/solvent before completing your purchase.
3 reviews for Butyl Lactate
Handling precautions
For professional perfumery use only. Not for direct application to skin or ingestion. Keep out of reach of children.
Handle using the precautions specified for the material. Wear suitable protective gloves and eye protection where required.
Keep away from sources of ignition where applicable and avoid release to the environment.
Keep containers securely closed and store under the conditions specified on the product label and SDS. Keep liquid containers upright.
If swallowed or otherwise exposed, follow the SDS first-aid instructions and seek medical advice as appropriate. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a medical professional.
Product-specific warnings, handling precautions and storage requirements take precedence over this general information.
Read the applicable SDS
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is available to logged in users who have purchased this item, where applicable.
Documents are not supplied before purchase.
Read the applicable SDS before handling or using the material. Follow its instructions for hazards, protective equipment, first aid, handling, storage and disposal.
An SDS provides information about the material supplied; it does not replace an assessment of the safety or compliance of a finished formulation.
Please note that supplementary documentation—including, but not limited to, IFRA Certificates, Certificates of Analysis (CoA), Allergen Declarations, and other regulatory or compositional data—may not be available for all products. Refer to the "Supplementary Documentation" tab to check current availability. If the tab is not present, no supplementary documents are available for the material.
Customers intending to use materials in cosmetic applications, including for the preparation of a Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) under UK and EU Cosmetics Regulations, must contact us prior to purchase to confirm the availability and suitability of any required documentation where it is not explicitly stated. Orders must not be placed in reliance on the assumption that such documentation will be provided where it is not explicitly stated on the relevant product page at the time of purchase.
By proceeding with a purchase without prior written confirmation, you acknowledge and accept that documentation beyond the legally required SDS may not be supplied, and you agree that Perfume Extract shall not be held liable for the absence of such documentation or for any inability to complete regulatory requirements, including CPSR or product compliance obligations.
Products are supplied in accordance with our Documentation Supply Policy
Customer responsibility
These limitations apply to reliance on all documentation supplied, including IFRA information, allergen declarations, Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), technical data sheets, specifications and other supporting documents.
Perfume Extract is solely a reseller of this product and is not an agent, official distributor, or affiliated in any way with the manufacturer.
Customers are responsible for determining whether the material and available documentation meet their requirements before purchase, and for assessing the safety and compliance of their finished products.
We do not provide formulation instructions, formulation consultancy or confirmation of suitability at a particular concentration or for a particular application.
Producer identity, detailed sourcing and processing information are not disclosed beyond the information published in the product listing.
Please read our Documentation Supply Policy alongside the product specification and available documentation.
Synonyms, alternative names, CAS/EC references, botanical names, manufacturer references and external links may describe a substance or material family generally. They should not, on their own, be taken as confirmation of the supplied material’s producer, geographical origin, manufacturing process, grade, purity, constituent levels or batch characteristics.
In particular, a synonym or reference must not be used to infer that a material is free from a particular constituent, meets a numerical specification, or is suitable for a particular application or concentration.
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If information appears inconsistent, or a particular characteristic is essential to your purchase, contact us for written clarification before ordering. Do not resolve discrepancies by assuming that a synonym, external reference or document for another grade applies to the material supplied.
We do not confirm characteristics beyond those expressly supported by the applicable product specification or our written confirmation. Customers remain responsible for assessing their complete formulation and intended application.
Nothing in this information excludes or restricts liability or statutory rights that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.
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Daljit Banga (verified owner) –
Creamy and rich.
Paul Ensell (verified owner) –
I got this out of curiosity but it does ad a lovely creamy texture to a lot more combinations than I initially assumed it would. Including rounding off some light spices and woody notes.
Ellie Hodgson-Scribbins (verified owner) –
I use this in every lactonic gourmand, an absolute staple with C18 coconut and butyric acid!