Caredermis

4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone

Severity 8/10

cosmetic ingredient

Is 4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone safe?

4-methylpentan-2-one; isobutyl methyl ketone carries significant published concerns (cancer concern, irritation).

Documented concerns

Cancer concern

8/10

Classified by EU CLP Carc. 2.

Irritation

8/10

Classified by EU CLP Eye Irrit. 2.

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