1-Hexen-3-Ol

INCI: 1-HEXEN-3-OL

CAS Number
4798-44-1
Function
Perfuming — fragrance ingredient with green, vegetable-like odor
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; FEMA GRAS listed

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Allylic alcohol with potential mild skin irritant effects at higher concentrations; volatile fragrance compound.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 1-Hexen-3-Ol safe in cosmetics?

Allylic alcohol with potential mild skin irritant effects at higher concentrations; volatile fragrance compound. The EU classifies 1-Hexen-3-Ol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is 1-Hexen-3-Ol allowed in the EU?

1-Hexen-3-Ol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 1-Hexen-3-Ol do in cosmetics?

1-Hexen-3-Ol functions as: Perfuming — fragrance ingredient with green, vegetable-like odor. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4798-44-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for 1-Hexen-3-Ol?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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