Decyl Oleate

INCI: DECYL OLEATE

CAS Number
3687-46-5
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Safe as used (1982, amended 2013). VCRP reported. CIR Alkyl Esters amended assessment.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

CIR safe as used but rated comedogenic (4/5); unsuitable for acne-prone facial leave-on products.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Decyl Oleate safe in cosmetics?

CIR safe as used but rated comedogenic (4/5); unsuitable for acne-prone facial leave-on products. The EU classifies Decyl Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Decyl Oleate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Decyl Oleate do in cosmetics?

Decyl Oleate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3687-46-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Decyl Oleate?

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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