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HEXYL CINNAMAL

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COMMONLY FOUND IN

air freshener cleaner, all-purpose/multi-surface cleaner, glass/window cleaner, mold and mildew remover, indoor cleaner, bathroom, general cleaner, shower cleaner, soap scum remover dish detergent or soap, dish washer dish detergent or soap, hand cleaner, carpet stain prevention/treatment, carpet deodorizer, fabric/upholstery/carpet cleaner, degreaser, heavy duty cleaner, dish washer laundry additive laundry detergent laundry detergent, delicate/hand-wash laundry detergent, he/high efficiency laundry, anti-static spray/wrinkle remover laundry, fabric softener cleaner, disinfectant laundry detergent pods, powder dish detergent or soap, dish washer pods, powder products for babies cleaner, professional

SYNONYMS

UNII-7X6O37OK2I COMPONENT GUUHFMWKWLOQMM-NTCAYCPXSA-N, NSC-46150, MFCD00006989, NSC406799, AKOS015839664, NSC-406799, NCGC00090930-01, NCGC00090930-02, ALPHA -N-HEXYL-ALPHA -HEXYLCINNAMALDEHYDE, (2Z)-2-HEXYL-3-PHENYL-2-PROPENAL

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Common Concerns

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No Data

Asthma / Respiratory
SOME

Skin Allergies & Irritation
SOME

Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity
No Data

Cancer
No Data

Environment

Top Scoring Factors

Evidence of skin irritation/allergies/damage; developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects; general systemic/organ effects

Ingredient concerns

CONCERNS

Health Issue	Level of Concern	Source

EPA's review of industry submitted toxicity data and the potential for human exposure concludes that this substance poses a moderate risk for human health.	some	Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): EPA Hazard-Based Prioritizations - Risks
Recognized by the European Union as a skin allergen	some	EU Cosmetics Directive: Allergen list
The European Commission's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety reports this substance is an established contact allergen in humans.	some	EU Cosmetics Directive: Opinion on Frangrance allergens in cosmetics (2011)
may cause damage to organs Only in: Household Cleaners	some	European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
May cause an allergic skin reaction Only in: Household Cleaners	some	European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): GHS Data from ECHA Website
NTP Toxcast scored 1.5-2.5	some	National Toxicology Program (NTP): EWG Toxcast Analysis
This substance is Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) as a food additive by the US Food and Drug Administration Only in: Household Cleaners	low	U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): FDA - Priority based Assessment of Food Additive (PAFA)