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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hydrolysis products (hexanol, butyric acid) are well-studied with no genotoxicity structural alerts; limited specific dermal repeated-dose data available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyl Butyrate safe in cosmetics?
Hydrolysis products (hexanol, butyric acid) are well-studied with no genotoxicity structural alerts; limited specific dermal repeated-dose data available. The EU classifies Hexyl Butyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hexyl Butyrate allowed in the EU?
Hexyl Butyrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyl Butyrate do in cosmetics?
Hexyl Butyrate functions as: Fragrance ingredient (fruity top note modifier). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2639-63-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyl Butyrate?
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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