What is it?
Benzoic Acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-hexyl ester
What does it do?
Hexyl Salicylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
Hexyl Salicylate 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 Salicylate?
Hexyl Salicylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzoic Acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-hexyl ester
Is Hexyl Salicylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hexyl Salicylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hexyl Salicylate do in cosmetic products?
Hexyl Salicylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Hexyl Salicylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hexyl Salicylate is 6259-76-3.
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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