Hexyl benzoate (inci)

Synonym(s)

Benzoic acid hexyl ester; Benzoic acid n-hexyl ester; CAS number: 6789-88-4; N-Hexyl benzoates

Definition
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Hexyl benzoate is a (naturally occurring) aromatic smelling substance used in cosmetic formulations. "Hexyl" means an organic alcohol with a 6-carbon chain and the following structural formula: (CH3(CH2)5OH. Benzoate" means an ester or salt of benzoic acid. Hexyl benzoate is thus the benzoic acid -hexyl ester. Chemical formula: C13H18O2.

Note(s)
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Cosmetics: Hexyl benzoate acts as an emollient (softens and smoothes the skin) and as a softener.
Hexyl benzoate is found in various fruits such as apricots, peaches and other fruits. The ester is also found in Parmesan cheese, butter and black tea.