C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane

INCI: C8-9 ALKANE/CYCLOALKANE

CAS Number
No single CAS (UVCB mixture); typical commercial CAS: 64742-49-0 or supplier-specific
Function
Solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate by analogy to CIR-assessed isoparaffins and alkanes in the C8–C12 range

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Aromatic impurity content must be <0.1% (MOSH/MOAH compliance). Volatile—consider inhalation exposure in spray formulations. Supplier certification of hydrocarbon composition and MOAH compliance required.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane safe in cosmetics?

Aromatic impurity content must be <0.1% (MOSH/MOAH compliance). Volatile—consider inhalation exposure in spray formulations. Supplier certification of hydrocarbon composition and MOAH compliance required. The EU classifies C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane allowed in the EU?

C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane do in cosmetics?

C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS (UVCB mixture); typical commercial CAS: 64742-49-0 or supplier-specific.

What is the Margin of Safety for C8-9 Alkane/Cycloalkane?

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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