Is C10-11 Isoparaffin safe in cosmetics?
C10-11 Isoparaffin has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
C10-11 Isoparaffin
Also known as: Hydrotreated heavy naphtha (petroleum), Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy, nonarom., EINECS 265-150-3, UNII-3EZ541F5MW, 265-150-3 (+1 more)
INCI: C10-11 ISOPARAFFIN
C10-11 Isoparaffin (CAS 64742-48-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as solvent, viscosity controlling. NOAEL 300 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted; GHS signal word DANGER. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety data.
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Cross-Vertical Regulatory Divergence
C10-11 Isoparaffin is classified GHS Danger (H225, H226, H304, H315, H319, H336, H340, H350) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
Source: Cosmetics: ingredients.eu_status; Chemicals: ghs_classifications.signal_word/hazard_statement_code
Function
solvent, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR: S - IJT 31(Suppl. 3):269-295, 2012
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for C10-11 Isoparaffin.
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GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Signal Word
DANGER
Pictograms
FlamFlameCancerHealth haz
Hazard Statements
Flammable liquid and vapour May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Toxic to aquatic life See Notes
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure to high concentrations of vapour could cause unconsciousness. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis. See Notes.
Long-term Exposure Effects
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. See Notes.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion.
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for C10-11 Isoparaffin across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
EU CLP Annex VI Harmonized Classification
Legally binding harmonized classification per Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP) Annex VI.
Signal Word
Danger
Pictograms
Health Hazard
Hazard Class and Category
Carc. 1B; Muta. 1B; Asp. Tox. 1
Hazard Statements
- H350 May cause cancer
- H340 May cause genetic defects
- H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Inserted via ATP: ATP02
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
1,000,000 - 10,000,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE; GROUP
SVHC Candidate
No
Hazard classification: Restricted (Annex XVII)
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Diluent
Fragrance
No specific technical function
Solubility enhancer
Solvent
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Wetting agent (non-aqueous)
Regulatory List Membership (1)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for C10-11 Isoparaffin.
Regulatory Flags
ifra_fragrance
Known Synonyms
Hydrotreated heavy naphtha (petroleum)
Naphtha (petroleum), hydrotreated heavy, nonarom.
EINECS 265-150-3
UNII-3EZ541F5MW
265-150-3
EC No.: 265-150-3
Chemical Function
Solvent
Regulatory Lists
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
Europe; Specialty occupational products
Europe; Vehicle - car interior
consumer_product; Europe
Arts and crafts/Office supplies - general arts and crafts supplies; Europe
Europe; Vehicle - car interior
Europe; Vehicle - car interior
Europe; Vehicle - car interior
fracking; water
Cleaning products and household care - shoes; Europe
Cleaning products and household care - shoes; Europe
IFRA Transparency
Europe; Vehicle - car interior
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C10-11 Isoparaffin allowed in the EU?
C10-11 Isoparaffin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C10-11 Isoparaffin do in cosmetics?
C10-11 Isoparaffin functions as: solvent, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 64742-48-9.
Is C10-11 Isoparaffin classified as hazardous under GHS?
C10-11 Isoparaffin carries a GHS signal word of "DANGER". Hazard statements: Flammable liquid and vapour May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Toxic to aquatic life See Notes. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance — at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.
Is C10-11 Isoparaffin used outside cosmetics?
C10-11 Isoparaffin also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
Does C10-11 Isoparaffin have different safety status in cosmetics vs industrial chemicals?
C10-11 Isoparaffin is classified GHS Danger (H225, H226, H304, H315, H319, H336, H340, H350) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
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