Hexyl Neopentanoate

INCI: HEXYL NEOPENTANOATE

CAS Number
5765-44-6
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no 21 CFR 700 restrictions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Well-tolerated branched-chain emollient ester with established safety record and no significant concerns.

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hexyl Neopentanoate safe in cosmetics?

Well-tolerated branched-chain emollient ester with established safety record and no significant concerns. The EU classifies Hexyl Neopentanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Hexyl Neopentanoate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hexyl Neopentanoate do in cosmetics?

Hexyl Neopentanoate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5765-44-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyl Neopentanoate?

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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