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HEXADECALACTONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Hexadecalactone is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Hexadecalactone (also called omega-hexadecalactone or 16-hexadecalactone) is a macrocyclic lactone with 16 carbon atoms in the ring. It occurs naturally in some plant species and is used in perfumery and cosmetics as a fragrance ingredient, contributing a sweet, coconut-like odor. It is listed in the EU Cosmetics Ingredient Database (Cosing) and is not subject to specific restrictions under Annex III of EU Regulation 1223/2009. Like many lactones, it may cause mild skin sensitization in susceptible individuals at high concentrations.
Skin benefits
- Used as a fragrance ingredient to impart pleasant scents in cosmetic products
Known concerns
- May cause mild skin sensitization in susceptible individuals at high concentrations
- Fragrance allergen potential for sensitized individuals
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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