HEXADECA-6,10,14-TRIEN-3-OL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A long-chain unsaturated alcohol with a complex floral-green fragrance character, used in trace amounts in cosmetic formulations.
Hexadeca-6,10,14-trien-3-ol is a 16-carbon unsaturated primary alcohol containing three double bonds (trienyl alcohol). The polyunsaturated structure with a primary alcohol gives it both complexity and some polarity. The compound contributes green, floral, and slightly fatty notes to fragrance compositions. Unsaturated alcohols generally have lower sensitization potential than aldehydes or ketones, but the trienyl structure raises some stability concerns similar to those for linolenyl alcohol. No EU-specific restrictions apply.
Skin benefits
- Complex green-floral fragrance
- Natural polyunsaturated alcohol profile
Known concerns
- High unsaturation - potential oxidation products
- Limited specific safety data
- Environmental concern for aquatic toxicity of oxidation products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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