C14-28 Alkyl Acid

INCI: C14-28 ALKYL ACID

CAS Number
None assigned (UVCB mixture of straight-chain fatty acids C14-C28)
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning, hair conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate. Fatty acids are endogenous skin components; no systemic concerns.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Verify absence of oxidation by-products (peroxide value). If animal-derived, BSE/TSE risk assessment required for CPSR.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C14-28 Alkyl Acid safe in cosmetics?

Verify absence of oxidation by-products (peroxide value). If animal-derived, BSE/TSE risk assessment required for CPSR. The EU classifies C14-28 Alkyl Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C14-28 Alkyl Acid allowed in the EU?

C14-28 Alkyl Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C14-28 Alkyl Acid do in cosmetics?

C14-28 Alkyl Acid functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: None assigned (UVCB mixture of straight-chain fatty acids C14-C28).

What is the Margin of Safety for C14-28 Alkyl Acid?

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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