Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate
INCI: AMMONIUM C9-10 PERFLUOROALKYLSULFONATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PFAS compound with long-chain sulfonate structure — C9-10 chain length places it in the long-chain PFAS category with highest bioaccumulation concern; structurally related to PFOS (a banned POP); environmental half-life potentially centuries; avoid use entirely
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate safe in cosmetics?
PFAS compound with long-chain sulfonate structure — C9-10 chain length places it in the long-chain PFAS category with highest bioaccumulation concern; structurally related to PFOS (a banned POP); environmental half-life potentially centuries; avoid use entirely The EU classifies Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate allowed in the EU?
Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate do in cosmetics?
Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate functions as: Surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68608-13-9 (primary).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium C9-10 Perfluoroalkylsulfonate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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