Sebacic Acid

INCI: SEBACIC ACID [^1_5]

CAS Number
111-20-6 [^1_5]
Function
Buffering Agent, Masking Agent [^1_6]
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR reviewed; safe as used in present practices and concentrations [^1_7][^1_8]

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Minimal โ€” may cause mild irritation at high concentrations as a dust; standard handling precautions apply [^1_10]

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sebacic Acid safe in cosmetics?

Minimal โ€” may cause mild irritation at high concentrations as a dust; standard handling precautions apply [^1_10] The EU classifies Sebacic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Sebacic Acid allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sebacic Acid do in cosmetics?

Sebacic Acid functions as: Buffering Agent, Masking Agent [^1_6]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-20-6 [^1_5].

What is the Margin of Safety for Sebacic Acid?

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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