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Fragrance

DELTA-HEXALACTONE

CAS 823-22-3
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Delta-hexalactone — a creamy coconut/buttery fragrance lactone. GRAS as a flavor and used in fragrance; mainly eye-irritating per GHS, otherwise low concern.

Skin benefits

  • Creamy coconut-like fragrance note
  • FEMA GRAS as flavor
  • Low-volume fragrance use

Known concerns

  • Possible eye irritation (H319)
  • Fragrance chemical
  • Sensitization possible in rare cases

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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