Is C10-13 Isoparaffin safe in cosmetics?
C10-13 Isoparaffin has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
C10-13 Isoparaffin
Also known as: Alkanes, C10-13-iso-, Isoalkanes, C10-13, EINECS 271-366-9
INCI: C10-13 ISOPARAFFIN
C10-13 Isoparaffin (CAS 68551-17-7) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Solvent. Reported NOAEL =100 mg/kg bw/day in Rat (ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. 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
C10-13 Isoparaffin is classified GHS Danger (H226, H304, H413) 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
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Chemistry & Identifiers
EC Number
271-366-9
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Adequate — CIR-confirmed
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for C10-13 Isoparaffin.
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for C10-13 Isoparaffin. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | =100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | subchronic | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
| NOAEL | =1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | reproduction developmental | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
100 - 1,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Fragrance
Solubility enhancer
Solvent
Viscosity modifier
Regulatory List Membership (1)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for C10-13 Isoparaffin.
Regulatory Flags
ifra_fragrance
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to C10-13 Isoparaffin by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
2
Lowest NOAEL
100 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
Alkanes, C10-13-iso-
Isoalkanes, C10-13
EINECS 271-366-9
Chemical Function
Solvent
Viscosity modifier
Fragrance
Solubility enhancer
Regulatory Lists
IFRA Transparency
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C10-13 Isoparaffin allowed in the EU?
C10-13 Isoparaffin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C10-13 Isoparaffin do in cosmetics?
C10-13 Isoparaffin functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68551-17-7.
What is the NOAEL for C10-13 Isoparaffin?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for C10-13 Isoparaffin is =100 mg/kg bw/day based on a subchronic study via oral route in Rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is C10-13 Isoparaffin used outside cosmetics?
C10-13 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 C10-13 Isoparaffin have different safety status in cosmetics vs industrial chemicals?
C10-13 Isoparaffin is classified GHS Danger (H226, H304, H413) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
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