Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Short-chain unsaturated aldehyde — potential skin/eye irritant at concentrated levels; rapid metabolism expected
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is trans-3-Hexenal safe in cosmetics?
Short-chain unsaturated aldehyde — potential skin/eye irritant at concentrated levels; rapid metabolism expected The EU classifies trans-3-Hexenal as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is trans-3-Hexenal allowed in the EU?
trans-3-Hexenal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does trans-3-Hexenal do in cosmetics?
trans-3-Hexenal functions as: Fragrance ingredient (intense green, leafy, fresh-cut grass aroma). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6789-80-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for trans-3-Hexenal?
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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