Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Well-characterized Guerbet alcohol with extensive use history and parent alcohol for the decyltetradeceth series.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decyltetradecanol safe in cosmetics?
Well-characterized Guerbet alcohol with extensive use history and parent alcohol for the decyltetradeceth series. The EU classifies Decyltetradecanol as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Decyltetradecanol allowed in the EU?
Decyltetradecanol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Decyltetradecanol do in cosmetics?
Decyltetradecanol functions as: Emollient / Skin conditioning agent (Guerbet alcohol). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 58670-89-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Decyltetradecanol?
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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