Is Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers safe in cosmetics?
Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers
Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers (CAS 68649-12-7) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Humectant; Softener and conditioner; Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier. NOAEL 1000 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.
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Function
Humectant; Softener and conditioner; Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Safe for cosmetic use; no FDA restrictions; no known adverse effects
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers.
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Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers.
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers allowed in the EU?
Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers do in cosmetics?
Hydrogenated C6-14 Olefin Polymers functions as: Humectant; Softener and conditioner; Thickening agent; Viscosity modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68649-12-7.
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