Is Isoeicosane safe in cosmetics?
Isoeicosane has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Isoeicosane
INCI: ISOEICOSANE
Isoeicosane (CAS 52845-07-5 / 93685-79-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Solvent, emollient, skin conditioning agent, occlusive. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Solvent, emollient, skin conditioning agent, occlusive
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — CIR Expert Panel concluded safe as used (2012); FDA permits isoparaffins in food-contact applications
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Isoeicosane.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Isoeicosane.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isoeicosane allowed in the EU?
Isoeicosane EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isoeicosane do in cosmetics?
Isoeicosane functions as: Solvent, emollient, skin conditioning agent, occlusive. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 52845-07-5 / 93685-79-1.
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