C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons
INCI: C8-10 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE/AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Aromatic hydrocarbon content (up to 25% reported) presents potential MOAH (Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons) concern with possible PAH contamination; requires full specification of aromatic content and benzene limits; not widely used in cosmetics
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons safe in cosmetics?
Aromatic hydrocarbon content (up to 25% reported) presents potential MOAH (Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons) concern with possible PAH contamination; requires full specification of aromatic content and benzene limits; not widely used in cosmetics The EU classifies C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons allowed in the EU?
C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons do in cosmetics?
C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 64742-82-1 (Naphtha, hydrodesulfurized heavy).
What is the Margin of Safety for C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons?
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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