Is SD Alcohol 23-H safe in cosmetics?
SD Alcohol 23-H has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
SD Alcohol 23-H
INCI: ALCOHOL DENAT. SD ALCOHOL 23-H
SD Alcohol 23-H (CAS No unique CAS assigned (base ethanol: 64-17-5)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Solvent; commonly used in perfumes, colognes, hairsprays, mouthwash, body care,. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Solvent; commonly used in perfumes, colognes, hairsprays, mouthwash, body care, nail enamel, astringents [^1_16]
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted per 27 CFR 21; denatured with acetone (same denaturant as 23-A, different ratio/proof specification) [^1_16]
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for SD Alcohol 23-H.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for SD Alcohol 23-H.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SD Alcohol 23-H allowed in the EU?
SD Alcohol 23-H EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does SD Alcohol 23-H do in cosmetics?
SD Alcohol 23-H functions as: Solvent; commonly used in perfumes, colognes, hairsprays, mouthwash, body care, nail enamel, astringents [^1_16]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No unique CAS assigned (base ethanol: 64-17-5).
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