Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PFAS forever chemical with extreme environmental persistence; included in ECHA universal restriction proposal and unsuitable for COSMOS/ECOCERT-certified formulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Perfluoropropylene safe in cosmetics?
PFAS forever chemical with extreme environmental persistence; included in ECHA universal restriction proposal and unsuitable for COSMOS/ECOCERT-certified formulations. The EU classifies Perfluoropropylene as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Perfluoropropylene allowed in the EU?
Perfluoropropylene EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Perfluoropropylene do in cosmetics?
Perfluoropropylene functions as: Film forming monomer (PFAS building block). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 116-15-4 (Hexafluoropropylene).
What is the Margin of Safety for Perfluoropropylene?
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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