C18-26 Olefin

INCI: C18-26 OLEFIN

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (mixture of linear alpha olefins)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Insufficient individual data โ€” no published MoS; requires read-across from similar long-chain hydrocarbon assessments

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

C18-26 Olefin contains unsaturated double bonds susceptible to oxidation and requires assessment of oxidative stability and peroxide formation potential; limited independent toxicological data necessitates supplier safety dossier for CPSR.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C18-26 Olefin safe in cosmetics?

C18-26 Olefin contains unsaturated double bonds susceptible to oxidation and requires assessment of oxidative stability and peroxide formation potential; limited independent toxicological data necessitates supplier safety dossier for CPSR. The EU classifies C18-26 Olefin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is C18-26 Olefin allowed in the EU?

C18-26 Olefin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C18-26 Olefin do in cosmetics?

C18-26 Olefin functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (mixture of linear alpha olefins).

What is the Margin of Safety for C18-26 Olefin?

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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