Is Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) safe in cosmetics?
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane)
Also known as: Dodecane, 2,6,10-trimethyl-, Farnesan, farnesane
INCI: C13-15 ALKANE
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) (CAS 3891-98-3) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Lightweight emollient, solvent. 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
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) is classified GHS Danger (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
Lightweight emollient, solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD
Chemistry & Identifiers
IUPAC Name
2,6,10-trimethyldodecane
InChIKey
YFHFHLSMISYUAQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR deemed safe for use in cosmetics. No specific FDA restrictions.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane).
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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
Additional Ingredient Properties
3 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
cost_pricing
{"cost_tier": "mid-range", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_low": "28", "estimated_cost_per_kg_usd_high": "50", "natural_premium_markup_pct": "0", "organic_certified_premium_pct": "0", "supply_chain_volatility": "low", "primary_source_region": "Europe", "bulk_discount_threshold_kg": "100", "seasonal_price_variation": "low", "commodity_or_specialty": "specialty", "substitute_ingredients": "Silicones, Hem…
lipid
{"cas_number": "90622-58-5", "lipid_class": "ester", "botanical_source": "synthetic/derived", "plant_part": "derived", "extraction_method": "refined", "fatty_acid_profile_main_pct": "hydrocarbon", "omega_classification": "saturated", "comedogenicity_rating_0_5": "0", "absorption_rate": "fast", "skin_feel": "dry", "spreadability": "excellent", "emollient_grade": "A_excellent", "primary_application"…
silicone
{"cas_number": "Not silicone", "silicone_class": "other", "molecular_weight_Da": "190.0", "viscosity_cSt": "1.8", "volatility": "volatile", "evaporation_rate_relative_to_D5": "3.5", "refractive_index": "1.43", "specific_gravity": "0.78", "flash_point_C": "45.0", "surface_tension_mN_m": "20.5", "spreading_coefficient": "5.8", "film_forming_ability": "moderate", "skin_feel": "light", "slip_and_glide…
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Softener and conditioner
Solvent
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane).
Known Synonyms
Dodecane, 2,6,10-trimethyl-
Farnesan
farnesane
Chemical Function
Solvent
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory Lists
air; detected; emissions; Personal care
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) allowed in the EU?
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) do in cosmetics?
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) functions as: Lightweight emollient, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3891-98-3.
Is Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) used outside cosmetics?
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
Does Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) have different safety status in cosmetics vs industrial chemicals?
Hemisqualane (C13-15 Alkane) is classified GHS Danger (H304, H413) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
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