Undecylenyl Alcohol
INCI: UNDECYLENYL ALCOHOL (ALSO REFERENCED AS UNDECYL ALCOHOL IN SOME DATABASES)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Unsaturated fatty alcohol — susceptible to oxidation; rancidity can increase irritation potential. Verify stability with antioxidant protection
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Undecylenyl Alcohol safe in cosmetics?
Unsaturated fatty alcohol — susceptible to oxidation; rancidity can increase irritation potential. Verify stability with antioxidant protection The EU classifies Undecylenyl Alcohol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Undecylenyl Alcohol allowed in the EU?
Undecylenyl Alcohol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Undecylenyl Alcohol do in cosmetics?
Undecylenyl Alcohol functions as: Fragrance ingredient, antimicrobial/antifungal agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-43-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Undecylenyl 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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