Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
If petroleum-derived: confirm MOAH/MOSH compliance per SCCS guidance. Verify refining grade. Bio-based sources (e.g., from vegetable feedstock via hydrogenation) eliminate this concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C17-26 Isoalkane safe in cosmetics?
If petroleum-derived: confirm MOAH/MOSH compliance per SCCS guidance. Verify refining grade. Bio-based sources (e.g., from vegetable feedstock via hydrogenation) eliminate this concern. The EU classifies C17-26 Isoalkane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C17-26 Isoalkane allowed in the EU?
C17-26 Isoalkane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C17-26 Isoalkane do in cosmetics?
C17-26 Isoalkane functions as: Hair conditioning; skin conditioning; emollient; skin protecting; solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned as a single CAS (UVCB — branched saturated hydrocarbons C17-26).
What is the Margin of Safety for C17-26 Isoalkane?
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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