Is C14-15 Alcohols safe in cosmetics?
C14-15 Alcohols 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.
C14-15 Alcohols
Also known as: C14-15 alcohol
INCI: C14-15 ALCOHOLS
C14-15 Alcohols (CAS 75782-87-5) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emulsion stabilising, light stabilizer, skin conditioning (emollient),. NOAEL 209 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against 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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Function
Emulsion stabilising, light stabilizer, skin conditioning (emollient), surfactant – emulsifying, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Chemistry & Identifiers
EC Number
616-261-4
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not individually required; systemic exposure minimal
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for C14-15 Alcohols.
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for C14-15 Alcohols. 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 | =167 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | subchronic | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
| NOAEL | =171 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | subchronic | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for C14-15 Alcohols across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
1,000 - 10,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Emulsifier
Softener and conditioner
Stabilizing agent
Thickening agent
Viscosity modifier
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for C14-15 Alcohols.
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to C14-15 Alcohols by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
2
Lowest NOAEL
167 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
171 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
C14-15 alcohol
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Emulsifier
Viscosity modifier
Stabilizing agent
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C14-15 Alcohols allowed in the EU?
C14-15 Alcohols EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C14-15 Alcohols do in cosmetics?
C14-15 Alcohols functions as: Emulsion stabilising, light stabilizer, skin conditioning (emollient), surfactant – emulsifying, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 75782-87-5.
What is the NOAEL for C14-15 Alcohols?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for C14-15 Alcohols is =167 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 C14-15 Alcohols used outside cosmetics?
C14-15 Alcohols also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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