Good Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Decene

INCI: DECENE

CAS Number
872-05-9
Function
Skin conditioning (emollient); also used as a chemical intermediate
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific CFR restriction; reviewed by CIR as part of polyene group

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes. If swallowed the substance easily enters the airways and could result in aspiration pneumonitis.
Long-term Exposure Effects
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol.

Expert Verdict

Skin and eye irritant in neat form; classified as irritating to skin and serious eye damage risk; Ames test negative; no IARC carcinogenicity classification

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Decene safe in cosmetics?

Skin and eye irritant in neat form; classified as irritating to skin and serious eye damage risk; Ames test negative; no IARC carcinogenicity classification The EU classifies Decene as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Decene allowed in the EU?

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

What does Decene do in cosmetics?

Decene functions as: Skin conditioning (emollient); also used as a chemical intermediate. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 872-05-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Decene?

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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