Fragrance
HEXYL ACETATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A simple ester used as a fruity fragrance and solvent. Naturally present in fruit; cosmetic use is at very low concentrations where IFRA and RIFM consider it safe with low irritation.
Skin benefits
- Fruity fragrance ingredient
- Solvent for fragrance compositions
- Naturally found in apples and pears
Known concerns
- Eye and respiratory irritation in concentrated form
- Flammable solvent
- Common fragrance allergen profile
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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