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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns at current use levels; formulate to be non-irritating per CIR conclusion
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heptyl Undecylenate safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns at current use levels; formulate to be non-irritating per CIR conclusion The EU classifies Heptyl Undecylenate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Heptyl Undecylenate allowed in the EU?
Heptyl Undecylenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Heptyl Undecylenate do in cosmetics?
Heptyl Undecylenate functions as: Skin conditioning agent – emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68141-27-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Heptyl Undecylenate?
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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