Cyclohexylamine

INCI: CYCLOHEXYLAMINE

CAS Number
108‑91‑8 (primary alicyclic amine used industrially as intermediate and corrosion inhibitor).
Function
Not a standard cosmetic ingredient; industrial chemical; if present, would likely be an impurity or used in trace as pH adjuster intermediate
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status prohibited
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not a recognized cosmetic ingredient; would be considered an industrial chemical; potential concern under general safety provisions if present above trace impurity levels

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
high
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Strong corrosivity and irritation potential with systemic toxicity; respiratory irritation risk; any measurable residual must be controlled via specifications and supported by impurity safety assessment

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

eu_banned_cosmetics fda_food_additive eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cyclohexylamine safe in cosmetics?

Strong corrosivity and irritation potential with systemic toxicity; respiratory irritation risk; any measurable residual must be controlled via specifications and supported by impurity safety assessment The EU classifies Cyclohexylamine as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Cyclohexylamine allowed in the EU?

Cyclohexylamine EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cyclohexylamine do in cosmetics?

Cyclohexylamine functions as: Not a standard cosmetic ingredient; industrial chemical; if present, would likely be an impurity or used in trace as pH adjuster intermediate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 108‑91‑8 (primary alicyclic amine used industrially as intermediate and corrosion inhibitor)..

What is the Margin of Safety for Cyclohexylamine?

adequate 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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