2,4-Hexadienyl acetate
INCI: 2,4-HEXADIENYL ACETATE (ALSO KNOWN AS SORBYL ACETATE)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hydrolysis product (sorbic alcohol) retains conjugated diene - verify that metabolic activation pathway has been assessed; overall lower concern than aldehyde analog
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 2,4-Hexadienyl acetate safe in cosmetics?
Hydrolysis product (sorbic alcohol) retains conjugated diene - verify that metabolic activation pathway has been assessed; overall lower concern than aldehyde analog The EU classifies 2,4-Hexadienyl acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is 2,4-Hexadienyl acetate allowed in the EU?
2,4-Hexadienyl acetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 2,4-Hexadienyl acetate do in cosmetics?
2,4-Hexadienyl acetate functions as: Fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1516-17-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for 2,4-Hexadienyl acetate?
adequate 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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