C18-29 Alkane

INCI: C18-29 ALKANE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (long-chain alkane mixture)
Function
Solvent; emollient; skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Supported by read-across from mineral hydrocarbon safety assessments

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Same MOAH/MOSH purity requirements as all mineral hydrocarbons; ensure cosmetic-grade refinement; verify origin (petroleum vs. bio-based) for regulatory claims

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C18-29 Alkane safe in cosmetics?

Same MOAH/MOSH purity requirements as all mineral hydrocarbons; ensure cosmetic-grade refinement; verify origin (petroleum vs. bio-based) for regulatory claims The EU classifies C18-29 Alkane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C18-29 Alkane allowed in the EU?

C18-29 Alkane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C18-29 Alkane do in cosmetics?

C18-29 Alkane functions as: Solvent; emollient; skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (long-chain alkane mixture).

What is the Margin of Safety for C18-29 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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