Is SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES safe in cosmetics?
SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES
SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max II/881.
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Function
Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
II/881
US US Status
Not specifically regulated
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES.
Regulatory Flags
cosing-sourced
eu-restricted
no-cas-assigned
skin-conditioning
emollient
needs-enrichment
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES allowed in the EU?
SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: II/881. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES do in cosmetics?
SESQUI-C12-16 ALKANES functions as: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
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