Perfluorodecalin

INCI: PERFLUORODECALIN

CAS Number
306-94-5
Function
Skin-conditioning agent, oxygen carrier, solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA ban; flagged in PFAS report; used in medical-grade oxygen delivery

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

PFAS with extreme environmental persistence and bioaccumulation potential; inhalation risk in enclosed applications despite favorable toxicological profile.

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perfluorodecalin safe in cosmetics?

PFAS with extreme environmental persistence and bioaccumulation potential; inhalation risk in enclosed applications despite favorable toxicological profile. The EU classifies Perfluorodecalin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Perfluorodecalin allowed in the EU?

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

What does Perfluorodecalin do in cosmetics?

Perfluorodecalin functions as: Skin-conditioning agent, oxygen carrier, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 306-94-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Perfluorodecalin?

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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