Amyl Hexanoate

INCI: AMYL HEXANOATE

CAS Number
540-07-8 (pentyl hexanoate)
Function
Perfuming
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; FEMA GRAS for flavor use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Amyl hexanoate is a fragrance ingredient permitted in both EU and US with good safety profile and low sensitization potential.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amyl Hexanoate safe in cosmetics?

Amyl hexanoate is a fragrance ingredient permitted in both EU and US with good safety profile and low sensitization potential. The EU classifies Amyl Hexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Amyl Hexanoate allowed in the EU?

Amyl Hexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Amyl Hexanoate do in cosmetics?

Amyl Hexanoate functions as: Perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 540-07-8 (pentyl hexanoate).

What is the Margin of Safety for Amyl Hexanoate?

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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