Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid)
INCI: HEXYLDECANOIC ACID
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
3 study endpoints found for Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid). NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
GHS: Skin Irrit. 2 (H315), Skin Sens. 1B (H317), Aquatic Acute 1 (H400), Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411); eye irritation reported (H319); requires HRIPT at intended use concentration; environmental aquatic toxicity concern
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid) safe in cosmetics?
GHS: Skin Irrit. 2 (H315), Skin Sens. 1B (H317), Aquatic Acute 1 (H400), Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411); eye irritation reported (H319); requires HRIPT at intended use concentration; environmental aquatic toxicity concern The EU classifies Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid) as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid) allowed in the EU?
Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid) do in cosmetics?
Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid) functions as: Surfactant / skin-conditioning agent (emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25354-97-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid)?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid)?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Hexyldecanoic Acid (2-Hexyldecanoic Acid) is 1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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