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Fragrance ingredient

CIS-3-HEXENYL CIS-HEXENOATE

CAS 61444-38-0
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A green-leaf style fragrance ester used to evoke freshly cut grass or melon character. It is used at low levels and managed through standard IFRA fragrance allergen guidance.

Skin benefits

  • Provides green, leafy, freshly-cut character to fragrance compositions
  • Used at low percentages typical of fragrance esters
  • Volatile profile gives clean top-note effect

Known concerns

  • Fragrance esters can cause skin sensitisation in susceptible individuals
  • Subject to IFRA dose limits typical for fragrance ingredients
  • No specific CIR opinion identified for this exact ester
  • Volatile, so exposure can include inhalation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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