Nonyl Acetate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Acetic acid, Nonyl ester, Acetic Acid Nonyl Ester, NONYLACETATE, AI3-11583
Synthetic
Emollient
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Nonyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor of mushrooms. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Hence floats on water. (USCG, 1999)
Solubility soluble in alcohol, ether; insoluble in water
Formula
C11H22O2
Mol. Weight
186.29
CAS #
143-13-5
Form
Liquid
State
Nonyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor of mushrooms. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Hence floats on water. (USCG, 1999)
Functions
Perfuming
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.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester developed for use as a fragrance component and solvent in cosmetics. Created in the 20th century with no traditional or historical cosmetic use.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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Verified Jun 2026
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