Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate is a fragrance ingredient with FEMA GRAS status, permitted in the EU and US, with excellent safety profile and no established concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate is a fragrance ingredient with FEMA GRAS status, permitted in the EU and US, with excellent safety profile and no established concerns. The EU classifies Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate functions as: Fragrance (perfuming agent); also flavoring (FEMA GRAS, JECFA evaluated). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2305-25-1 [^1_7].
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl 3-Hydroxyhexanoate?
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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