Hexyl Acetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexyl acetate
What does it do?
Hexyl Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Hexyl Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hexyl Acetate?
Hexyl Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexyl acetate
Is Hexyl Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hexyl Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hexyl Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Hexyl Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Hexyl Acetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hexyl Acetate is 142-92-7.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010