C18-21 Alkane

INCI: C18-21 ALKANE

CAS Number
64742-46-7
Function
Solvent; Fragrance Functional (excipient of perfume oils)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not individually calculated; read-across from mineral hydrocarbon safety data supports adequate MoS

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must be highly refined to ensure MOAH/MOSH compliance; cosmetic-grade purity documentation is essential.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component eu_banned_cosmetics ifra_fragrance eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C18-21 Alkane safe in cosmetics?

Must be highly refined to ensure MOAH/MOSH compliance; cosmetic-grade purity documentation is essential. The EU classifies C18-21 Alkane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C18-21 Alkane allowed in the EU?

C18-21 Alkane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C18-21 Alkane do in cosmetics?

C18-21 Alkane functions as: Solvent; Fragrance Functional (excipient of perfume oils). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 64742-46-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for C18-21 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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