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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PFAS with environmental persistence despite volatility; potential atmospheric transport as PFHxA precursor; inhalation exposure risk during application
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Perfluoroisohexane safe in cosmetics?
PFAS with environmental persistence despite volatility; potential atmospheric transport as PFHxA precursor; inhalation exposure risk during application The EU classifies Perfluoroisohexane as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Perfluoroisohexane allowed in the EU?
Perfluoroisohexane EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Perfluoroisohexane do in cosmetics?
Perfluoroisohexane functions as: Solvent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 355-04-4 (perfluoro-2-methylpentane — verify via CosIng).
What is the Margin of Safety for Perfluoroisohexane?
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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