Is SD Alcohol 36 safe in cosmetics?
SD Alcohol 36 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
SD Alcohol 36
INCI: ALCOHOL DENAT.
SD Alcohol 36 is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Astringent; Solvent; Viscosity modifier. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
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Function
Astringent; Solvent; Viscosity modifier
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Regulated under 27 CFR Part 21; not reviewed by CIR
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for SD Alcohol 36.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
1 property record from structured ingredient metadata.
concentration
{"min_concentration_pct": "30.0", "max_concentration_pct": "70.0", "typical_concentration_pct": "50.0", "product_type": "Hair Spray", "function_at_concentration": "Solvent, quick-dry", "source": "CIR Safety Assessment"}
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for SD Alcohol 36.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SD Alcohol 36 allowed in the EU?
SD Alcohol 36 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does SD Alcohol 36 do in cosmetics?
SD Alcohol 36 functions as: Astringent; Solvent; Viscosity modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
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