Undecylpentadecanol

INCI: UNDECYLPENTADECANOL

CAS Number
68444-23-5
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning agent, viscosity controlling agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; permitted under general cosmetic provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

None significant. Considered one of the safest cosmetic emollients. Ensure purity specifications meet standard heavy metal limits

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Undecylpentadecanol safe in cosmetics?

None significant. Considered one of the safest cosmetic emollients. Ensure purity specifications meet standard heavy metal limits The EU classifies Undecylpentadecanol as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Undecylpentadecanol allowed in the EU?

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

What does Undecylpentadecanol do in cosmetics?

Undecylpentadecanol functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent, viscosity controlling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68444-23-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Undecylpentadecanol?

not established 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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