C12-15 Alcohols

INCI: C12-15 ALCOHOLS

CAS Number
63393-82-8
Function
Emulsion Stabilising; Skin Conditioning – Emollient; Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate – well-established safety profile

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

No significant concerns. Clean toxicological profile with no identified risk substances.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C12-15 Alcohols safe in cosmetics?

No significant concerns. Clean toxicological profile with no identified risk substances. The EU classifies C12-15 Alcohols as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is C12-15 Alcohols allowed in the EU?

C12-15 Alcohols EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C12-15 Alcohols do in cosmetics?

C12-15 Alcohols functions as: Emulsion Stabilising; Skin Conditioning – Emollient; Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 63393-82-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 Alcohols?

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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