C40-60 Alcohols

INCI: C40-60 ALCOHOLS

CAS Number
Not assigned (UVCB — mixture of C40-C60 fatty alcohols)
Function
Binder, dispersant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate — supported by read-across from CIR long-chain alcohol assessment

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Minimal safety concern. Source material purity should be verified, particularly heavy metal content in petroleum-derived grades.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C40-60 Alcohols safe in cosmetics?

Minimal safety concern. Source material purity should be verified, particularly heavy metal content in petroleum-derived grades. The EU classifies C40-60 Alcohols as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C40-60 Alcohols allowed in the EU?

C40-60 Alcohols EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C40-60 Alcohols do in cosmetics?

C40-60 Alcohols functions as: Binder, dispersant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (UVCB — mixture of C40-C60 fatty alcohols).

What is the Margin of Safety for C40-60 Alcohols?

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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