Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
H350 — May cause cancer (50% of ECHA notifications). H372 — Organ damage through repeated exposure. H304 — Aspiration hazard. H336 — Narcotic effects. H411 — Aquatic toxicity. This ingredient should be excluded from cosmetic formulations or replaced with non-aromatic alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C9-10 Aromatic Hydrocarbons safe in cosmetics?
H350 — May cause cancer (50% of ECHA notifications). H372 — Organ damage through repeated exposure. H304 — Aspiration hazard. H336 — Narcotic effects. H411 — Aquatic toxicity. This ingredient should be excluded from cosmetic formulations or replaced with non-aromatic alternatives. The EU classifies C9-10 Aromatic Hydrocarbons as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is C9-10 Aromatic Hydrocarbons allowed in the EU?
C9-10 Aromatic Hydrocarbons EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C9-10 Aromatic Hydrocarbons do in cosmetics?
C9-10 Aromatic Hydrocarbons functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Typically 64742-95-6 (Solvent naphtha, petroleum, light aromatic).
What is the Margin of Safety for C9-10 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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