C14-22 Alkane

INCI: C14-22 ALKANE

CAS Number
None assigned (UVCB mixture); COSING Ref No. 86124
Function
Skin conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient, solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate — Read-across from C14-20 alkane category supports safe systemic exposure margin

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Ensure mineral oil / hydrocarbon purity specs: MOAH <2%, benzene <1 ppm. Source verification for COSMOS compliance if natural origin claimed

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C14-22 Alkane safe in cosmetics?

Ensure mineral oil / hydrocarbon purity specs: MOAH <2%, benzene <1 ppm. Source verification for COSMOS compliance if natural origin claimed The EU classifies C14-22 Alkane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C14-22 Alkane allowed in the EU?

C14-22 Alkane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C14-22 Alkane do in cosmetics?

C14-22 Alkane functions as: Skin conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: None assigned (UVCB mixture); COSING Ref No. 86124.

What is the Margin of Safety for C14-22 Alkane?

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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