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Fragrance

ETHYL 3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE

CAS 2305-25-1
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A fruity ester used as fragrance and flavour ingredient (think apple/pear notes). At normal fragrance levels it is well tolerated; high levels can mildly irritate.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Fruity fragrance ester
  • Used in flavour and fragrance industry
  • Generally low oral toxicity

Known concerns

  • Fragrance compound — can sensitise the very fragrance-allergic
  • Mild skin irritant at high concentrations
  • Use only at fragrance-grade levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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