2-HEXENOL is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.

2-HEXENOL

Safety grade: A

2-Hexenol is a naturally occurring alcohol compound found in many plants and fruits that produces a fresh, green, grassy scent. It is often described as smelling like freshly cut grass or unripe fruit.

This ingredient is used in cosmetic products as a fragrance component to add a fresh, natural green scent to perfumes, lotions, and other beauty products.

Graded using: COSING.

Last verified: May 26, 2026