Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

Hexane

Hexane is a solvent commonly used in the extraction of edible oils and other food ingredients. It is a volatile hydrocarbon and its residues may remain in trace amounts in processed foods. Hexane exposure is mainly a concern in occupational settings or high-level contamination. It is not approved as a food additive by the FDA but is allowed as a processing aid with regulated residue levels.