Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Mild skin irritation at high concentrations; no genotoxicity or reproductive toxicity signals per RIFM
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Undecyl Alcohol safe in cosmetics?
Mild skin irritation at high concentrations; no genotoxicity or reproductive toxicity signals per RIFM The EU classifies Undecyl Alcohol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Undecyl Alcohol allowed in the EU?
Undecyl Alcohol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Undecyl Alcohol do in cosmetics?
Undecyl Alcohol functions as: Emollient, emulsion stabilizer, viscosity controlling agent, fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-42-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Undecyl Alcohol?
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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