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Fragrance

HEXYL SALICYLATE

CAS 6259-76-3 Updated
45

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A salicylate ester used in fragrance. EU lists it as a labelled allergen; PubChem GHS flags it as a skin sensitizer with suspected reproductive toxicity. Use sparingly.

Function

FRAGRANCEPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Floral aromatic note
  • Mild UV-absorbing structure
  • Used as fragrance fixative

Known concerns

  • EU-listed fragrance allergen requiring labelling
  • Suspected reproductive toxicity (H361d)
  • Skin sensitizer (H317)
  • Very toxic to aquatic life

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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