Tetrafluoropropene

INCI: TETRAFLUOROPROPENE

CAS Number
29118-24-9
Function
Propellant — generates pressure in aerosol packs to expel contents
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; marketed as Honeywell Solstice® Propellant; replacement for HFC-134a

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Halocarbon — ensure adequate ventilation during use; low environmental persistence is favorable vs. older propellants

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tetrafluoropropene safe in cosmetics?

Halocarbon — ensure adequate ventilation during use; low environmental persistence is favorable vs. older propellants The EU classifies Tetrafluoropropene as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Tetrafluoropropene allowed in the EU?

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

What does Tetrafluoropropene do in cosmetics?

Tetrafluoropropene functions as: Propellant — generates pressure in aerosol packs to expel contents. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 29118-24-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrafluoropropene?

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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