Is 3-Hexenal safe in cosmetics?
3-Hexenal has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
3-Hexenal
INCI: 3-HEXENAL
3-Hexenal (CAS 6789-80-6 (cis/Z-isomer)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Perfuming (fragrance). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Perfuming (fragrance)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific FDA restriction; FEMA GRAS; RIFM assessed
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for 3-Hexenal.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for 3-Hexenal.
Regulatory Flags
fragrance-component
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
jecfa_safe
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3-Hexenal allowed in the EU?
3-Hexenal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 3-Hexenal do in cosmetics?
3-Hexenal functions as: Perfuming (fragrance). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6789-80-6 (cis/Z-isomer).
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