Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Noted as potential skin/eye/respiratory irritant in concentrated form; biodegradable. CPSR should include irritation read-across data from analogous fatty alcohols.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C16-17 Isoalcohols safe in cosmetics?
Noted as potential skin/eye/respiratory irritant in concentrated form; biodegradable. CPSR should include irritation read-across data from analogous fatty alcohols. The EU classifies C16-17 Isoalcohols as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C16-17 Isoalcohols allowed in the EU?
C16-17 Isoalcohols EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C16-17 Isoalcohols do in cosmetics?
C16-17 Isoalcohols functions as: Skin conditioning; skin conditioning – emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (UVCB mixture of synthetic branched-chain C16-17 fatty alcohols).
What is the Margin of Safety for C16-17 Isoalcohols?
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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