Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Significant data gap — no standalone CIR review, no published LD50, NOAEL, or sensitization data; requires read-across from structurally related long-chain fatty alcohols (e.g., octyldodecanol, behenyl alcohol) for CPSR justification
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyldecyloctadecanol safe in cosmetics?
Significant data gap — no standalone CIR review, no published LD50, NOAEL, or sensitization data; requires read-across from structurally related long-chain fatty alcohols (e.g., octyldodecanol, behenyl alcohol) for CPSR justification The EU classifies Hexyldecyloctadecanol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hexyldecyloctadecanol allowed in the EU?
Hexyldecyloctadecanol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyldecyloctadecanol do in cosmetics?
Hexyldecyloctadecanol functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning (branched long-chain fatty alcohol). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed in available public databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyldecyloctadecanol?
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.
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