Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Major data gap. Aldehyde functionality raises sensitization concern through Schiff base formation with skin proteins. No confirmed CAS or identity verification. No RIFM, CIR, or SCCS assessment available. This ingredient cannot pass a CPSR without: (1) confirmed identity and CAS number, (2) HRIPT or LLNA testing, (3) genotoxicity data, and (4) margin of safety calculation.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decyloxyacetaldehyde safe in cosmetics?
Major data gap. Aldehyde functionality raises sensitization concern through Schiff base formation with skin proteins. No confirmed CAS or identity verification. No RIFM, CIR, or SCCS assessment available. This ingredient cannot pass a CPSR without: (1) confirmed identity and CAS number, (2) HRIPT or LLNA testing, (3) genotoxicity data, and (4) margin of safety calculation. The EU classifies Decyloxyacetaldehyde as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Decyloxyacetaldehyde allowed in the EU?
Decyloxyacetaldehyde EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Decyloxyacetaldehyde do in cosmetics?
Decyloxyacetaldehyde functions as: Fragrance (aldehyde class). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed — not found in major cosmetic databases searched; verify with supplier.
What is the Margin of Safety for Decyloxyacetaldehyde?
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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