Isotriacontane

INCI: ISOTRIACONTANE

CAS Number
62108-21-8 (branched C30 alkane; verify isomer)
Function
Skin-conditioning agent / viscosity modifier (isoparaffin)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR assessed isoparaffins as safe in current practices

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must meet purity specifications for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) content and MOSH/MOAH limits per EFSA guidance; ensure pharmaceutical-grade sourcing

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isotriacontane safe in cosmetics?

Must meet purity specifications for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) content and MOSH/MOAH limits per EFSA guidance; ensure pharmaceutical-grade sourcing The EU classifies Isotriacontane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Isotriacontane allowed in the EU?

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

What does Isotriacontane do in cosmetics?

Isotriacontane functions as: Skin-conditioning agent / viscosity modifier (isoparaffin). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 62108-21-8 (branched C30 alkane; verify isomer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Isotriacontane?

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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