Is C4-12 Olefin safe in cosmetics?
C4-12 Olefin has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
C4-12 Olefin
INCI: C4-12 OLEFIN
C4-12 Olefin (CAS Not uniquely assigned (mixture of unsaturated hydrocarbons C4–C12)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Monomer/precursor for polymerized forms (e.g., Poly(C4-12 Olefin)). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (mixture of unsaturated hydrocarbons C4–C12)
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Function
Monomer/precursor for polymerized forms (e.g., Poly(C4-12 Olefin))
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Insufficient direct data for the unpolymerized monomer mixture. MoS calculation required if used as-is rather than in polymerized form.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for C4-12 Olefin.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for C4-12 Olefin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C4-12 Olefin allowed in the EU?
C4-12 Olefin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C4-12 Olefin do in cosmetics?
C4-12 Olefin functions as: Monomer/precursor for polymerized forms (e.g., Poly(C4-12 Olefin)). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (mixture of unsaturated hydrocarbons C4–C12).
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