Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR assessed mineral hydrocarbons as safe up to 25% when DMSO extract is less than 3%. Petroleum-derived grades must meet Annex II refining requirements. Bio-derived grades exempt.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is C15-19 Alkane safe in cosmetics?
CIR assessed mineral hydrocarbons as safe up to 25% when DMSO extract is less than 3%. Petroleum-derived grades must meet Annex II refining requirements. Bio-derived grades exempt. The EU classifies C15-19 Alkane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C15-19 Alkane allowed in the EU?
C15-19 Alkane EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 25%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C15-19 Alkane do in cosmetics?
C15-19 Alkane functions as: Emollient. It is classified as a Emollient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for C15-19 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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