Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate

INCI: CETYL DODECENYLSUCCINATE

CAS Number
Not widely registered
Function
Skin conditioning – emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not separately regulated; may fall under CIR alkyl succinates or esters class

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Partial data gap with no dedicated CIR or SCCS assessment; read-across from alkyl esters and succinates recommended for cosmetic product safety review.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate safe in cosmetics?

Partial data gap with no dedicated CIR or SCCS assessment; read-across from alkyl esters and succinates recommended for cosmetic product safety review. The EU classifies Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate allowed in the EU?

Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate do in cosmetics?

Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely registered.

What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Dodecenylsuccinate?

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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