Good Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Propane

INCI: PROPANE

CAS Number
74-98-6
Function
Propellant (aerosol products)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted as cosmetic ingredient (propellant); also GRAS

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

Expert Verdict

Extremely flammable gas (GHS H220). Asphyxiant risk in enclosed spaces. Must comply with Aerosol Dispensers Directive 75/324/EEC. Critical purity spec: 1,3-butadiene impurity must be controlled (<0.1% typically).

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

eu_children_restricted fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Propane safe in cosmetics?

Extremely flammable gas (GHS H220). Asphyxiant risk in enclosed spaces. Must comply with Aerosol Dispensers Directive 75/324/EEC. Critical purity spec: 1,3-butadiene impurity must be controlled (<0.1% typically). The EU classifies Propane as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Propane allowed in the EU?

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

What does Propane do in cosmetics?

Propane functions as: Propellant (aerosol products). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 74-98-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Propane?

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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