Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Essentially inert saturated hydrocarbon. Ensure cosmetic-grade purity as PAH contamination is possible in petroleum-derived grades. No primary irritant effect on skin or eye. Not classified as PBT or vPvB.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eicosane safe in cosmetics?
Essentially inert saturated hydrocarbon. Ensure cosmetic-grade purity as PAH contamination is possible in petroleum-derived grades. No primary irritant effect on skin or eye. Not classified as PBT or vPvB. The EU classifies Eicosane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Eicosane allowed in the EU?
Eicosane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Eicosane do in cosmetics?
Eicosane functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-95-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Eicosane?
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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