Is 3-Hexenol safe in cosmetics?
3-Hexenol has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
3-Hexenol
INCI: 3-HEXENOL
3-Hexenol (CAS 928-96-1 (cis-3-hexen-1-ol)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Fragrance, Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Fragrance, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific FDA restriction; FEMA GRAS; CIR references it as a read-across material
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for 3-Hexenol.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for 3-Hexenol.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3-Hexenol allowed in the EU?
3-Hexenol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 3-Hexenol do in cosmetics?
3-Hexenol functions as: Fragrance, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 928-96-1 (cis-3-hexen-1-ol).
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