Allowed in EU

Hexyl Salicylate

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

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:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

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