Hexyl Formate

INCI: HEXYL FORMATE

CAS Number
629-33-4
Function
Fragrance ingredient (fruity ester); FDA-listed flavoring agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” listed as GRAS flavoring agent (21 CFR 182.60 category); no specific cosmetic restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Flammable liquid with GHS H226 classification; may cause skin and eye irritation at high concentrations.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hexyl Formate safe in cosmetics?

Flammable liquid with GHS H226 classification; may cause skin and eye irritation at high concentrations. The EU classifies Hexyl Formate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hexyl Formate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hexyl Formate do in cosmetics?

Hexyl Formate functions as: Fragrance ingredient (fruity ester); FDA-listed flavoring agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 629-33-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyl Formate?

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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