Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin)

INCI: HYDROGENATED POLY(C6-12 OLEFIN)

CAS Number
Not assigned in CIR report Table 1 (defined as a series of low MW polymers of C6–C12 olefin monomers)
Function
Film former, viscosity increasing agent — nonaqueous
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no CFR restriction; CIR Expert Panel concluded all polyenes safe in present practices of use and concentration (2015)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited market presence and no reported VCRP uses at CIR review; safety conclusion based on read-across from polyene group, though inhalation data unavailable and spray aerosol particle size assessment recommended.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin) safe in cosmetics?

Limited market presence and no reported VCRP uses at CIR review; safety conclusion based on read-across from polyene group, though inhalation data unavailable and spray aerosol particle size assessment recommended. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin) allowed in the EU?

Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin) do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin) functions as: Film former, viscosity increasing agent — nonaqueous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CIR report Table 1 (defined as a series of low MW polymers of C6–C12 olefin monomers).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Poly(C6-12 Olefin)?

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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