Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PFAS with a –CH₂OH group making it more skin-permeable than other perfluorocarbons; lowest molecular weight in this category warrants extra caution due to moderate absorption and not-yet-established margin of safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol safe in cosmetics?
PFAS with a –CH₂OH group making it more skin-permeable than other perfluorocarbons; lowest molecular weight in this category warrants extra caution due to moderate absorption and not-yet-established margin of safety. The EU classifies Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol allowed in the EU?
Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol do in cosmetics?
Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 376-79-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol?
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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